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Evening Cleaner


Job Location:

London - UK

Hourly Salary: GBP 14 - 14
Posted: 29 September 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

TYPE OF CONTRACT

Casual

HOURS

Up to 20 hrs total per week:

  • Monday to Sunday evening shifts: 3-hour shifts (20:30 - 23:30)
  • Saturday and Sunday: 5-hour shifts
  • Additional shifts may be available as required

SALARY

14.80

ANNUAL LEAVE

Holiday pay paid as a percentage on top of the hourly rate

REPORTING TO

Cleaning Supervisor/Facilities assistant/Head of Facilities

Help create a safe clean and welcoming environment for students from around the world

At International House London (IH London) we believe that great learning experiences start with a safe clean and welcoming environment. Since 1962 we have welcomed students from across the world to study develop their careers and experience different cultures

Located in the heart of Covent Garden we are looking for a reliable and hardworking Evening Cleaner to join our Facilities team and help maintain the high standards our students staff and visitors expect.

The role

We are looking for a dependable and motivated Evening Cleaner who takes pride in their work and enjoys maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation.

You will work independently and as part of a small team carrying out a range of cleaning duties and ensuring all tasks are completed safely and efficiently.

Scope and impact

Every day IH London welcomes students teachers staff and visitors from across the globe. The cleanliness and safety of our facilities have a direct impact on their experience.

As an Evening Cleaner you will help ensure that our learning and working environments remain safe hygienic and welcoming supporting the wellbeing of everyone who uses our facilities.

Role Responsibilities

Maintain high cleaning standards across the school working closely with the Facilities team and following all health and safety procedures.

Cleaning & Hygiene

  • Sweep vacuum and mop floors throughout the building
  • Clean classrooms offices communal areas and staff spaces
  • Clean and sanitise toilets and washrooms to a high standard
  • Wipe desks whiteboards telephones keyboards computer screens and other surfaces
  • Clean windowsills skirting boards glass partitions and furniture as required
  • Wash and put away used mugs cutlery and kitchen items

Waste Management

  • Empty litter bins and dispose of waste appropriately
  • Transfer recycling and general waste to designated storage areas
  • Maintain correct separation of recyclable and non-recyclable waste

Facilities Support

  • Refill soap dispensers toilet paper and hand towel supplies
  • Maintain cleaning cupboards and stock levels
  • Report maintenance issues damage leaks or hazards promptly
  • Move tables chairs and portable equipment where required

Health Safety & Security

  • Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and responsibly
  • Follow COSHH safeguarding and health and safety procedures
  • Work safely when carrying out lone-working duties where required
  • Lock the building and activate intruder alarms when necessary (full training provided)

Qualifications were looking for:

Essential Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications

Previous cleaning experience or relevant practical experience

Experience cleaning within a school or educational setting

Understanding of workplace health and safety

COSHH certification

Good spoken English communication skills

First Aid certification

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Fire Marshal training

Ability to safely carry out physical duties associated with the role

Experience of lone working

Reliability flexibility and punctuality

Basic IT skills

Why join IH London

  • Work in a respected international organisation with a global community
  • Great perks: Free language courses Perks at Work and access to the IH London staff portal
  • Be part of a friendly and supportive Facilities team
  • Full training provided including safeguarding and health & safety training
  • Competitive hourly rate of 14.80 plus holiday pay
  • Opportunities to develop new skills and workplace qualifications
  • Central London location in Covent Garden

If you are reliable hardworking and take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness we would love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed by the relevant Hiring Manager who will contact shortlisted candidates to arrange interviews.

Please note that if you are successful at the interview stage all offers are subject to a right to work in the UK eligibility check satisfactory references and safeguarding requirements.

We encourage fairness and equality in our recruitment and selection process. Our shortlisting and interviewing will be carried out by more than one person and interview questions will be related only to the requirements of the role.

International House Londons Values:

Ethical Inclusive Innovative Passionate Professional