Window Cleaner

Andy File Associates Limited are working as a Recruitment Business on behalf of our client with regards this temporary role.

Location: Sheffield

Pay rate: £12.71/hour

Hours: 7:30 – 4:30 with an hour lunch

Initial 4 week contract but this could be extended

Job Purpose

To provide professional window cleaning services across a portfolio of student accommodation properties. The role involves working as part of a window cleaning team cleaning internal and external glazing to a high standard using modern window cleaning methods, including 65 foot water-fed telescopic pole systems, while ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and delivering excellent customer service in occupied and vacant student residences.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean internal and external windows, glass doors, entrance glazing, communal areas, and other glazed surfaces within student accommodation buildings.
• Operate water-fed telescopic window cleaning pole systems safely and effectively to clean external windows.
• Inspect windows and glazing for defects or damage and report maintenance issues to management.
• Safely transport, set up, and maintain all window cleaning equipment.
• Follow site-specific risk assessments, method statements, and company safe systems of work.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all health and safety requirements.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in window cleaning.
• Proven ability to use water-fed telescopic window cleaning pole systems safely and effectively.
• Experience working within occupied residential or educational environments is desirable.
• Knowledge of safe working practices, including manual handling and risk assessment procedures.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality cleaning standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Physically fit and capable of handling window cleaning equipment throughout the working day.
• Full UK driving licence (preferred or essential depending on operational requirements).

• Understanding of COSHH regulations.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements within student accommodation and facilities management environments.
• Good organisational and time management skills.

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Comply with the Health and Safety at Work Act and all company policies and procedures.
• Follow all site-specific risk assessments and method statements.
• Use and maintain appropriate PPE.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses, defects, and unsafe conditions promptly.
• Ensure all equipment is used, maintained, and stored safely.
• Follow safeguarding and security procedures when working within occupied student accommodation.