The City of Edinburgh Council is recruiting a cleaning operative position based at Canal View Primary School.
The post is permanent, working part-time 10 hours per week over 40 weeks of the year with a salary of £26,205 – £26,525 per year (pro-rata for part-time and sessional). The working pattern for the role is Monday – Friday 6.00am – 8.00am.
From the job advertisement:
As a cleaner with the City of Edinburgh Council, you’ll be a key member of our Facilities Management team. You’ll deliver a vital cleaning service across our estate to ensure our properties are safe and clean places to work or learn in. Enjoy secure and flexible employment with above-market rates and excellent conditions, whilst being able to balance family, caring or studying commitments.
Major Tasks
- To empty litter and recycling bins.
- The cleaning of all surfaces, internal glass, floors, furniture, fixtures and fittings within a group of buildings.
- The cleaning of all sanitary areas, toilets and showers and the replenishment of washroom consumables.
- Emergency and re-active cleaning as required, e.g. removal of graffiti, body fluid spillages, accidental spillages.
- The care and cleanliness of all equipment used in carrying out the above duties.
- Other tasks as may reasonably be required that relate to the role, including supporting cleaning tasks across other buildings where required.
- The post holder will be required to deliver to the cleaning specification requirements and to cooperate with performance measurement so that the overall agreed standards are met.
You can read the full job advertisement and apply for the post online here. The closing date for applications is Monday 13 April 2026.
