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Your name Your email address Their name Their email address Your message Sender and recipient information you provide will only be used to send an email message on your behalf. No sender or recipient information is stored after the message is sent. Please check this box to agree to our privacy policy Send Back to search Save for later Children's Residential Cleaner Surrey County Council Reference: SCC/TP/288898/5454 Walton on Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom £24,092 per annum Flexible Hours Permanent Posted on 24/06/2026 The starting salary for this permanent position is £24,092 per annum based on a 36-hour working week . The pattern of your hours can be discussed at interview. This position can also be offered on a part-time basis (18 hours per working week). We’re looking for a dedicated and caring Cleaner (Housekeeper) to join our Children’s Home in Walton on Thames . As an essential part of our team, you’ll help create a warm, safe and welcoming environment for up to four children aged 11–18. This isn’t just a cleaning role- it’s a chance to contribute to a home where children feel safe, supported, and able to thrive. You’ll be valued as a key member of the team and fully supported in your role. Our offer to You 26 days’ holiday, rising to 28 after 2 years and 31 after 5 years (pro-rata for part-time hours) Option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave Generous local government pension Up to 5 days of carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days Paternity, adoption and dependants’ leave Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Learning and development hub with extensive resources Lifestyle and wellbeing discounts (gym, travel, shopping) The chance to make a meaningful difference every single day About the Role As our Cleaner (Housekeeper) , you’ll take pride in keeping our home clean, organised and running smoothly. You’ll help maintain the spaces where our children eat, relax, learn, and feel safe- and your work will directly contribute to creating an environment where they can feel at home. On a day to day basis you’ll be responsible for: Keeping communal areas clean, tidy, and well-maintained (where necessary using powered equipment e.g., vacuum cleaners, carpet shampoo machines) Following hygiene, health and safety, and infection control standards Supporting with laundry and ensuring bedding and towels are readily available Reporting maintenance issues and helping keep the home running smoothly and safely Ordering and checking the quality of all groceries and cleaning supplies delivered to the home, and ensuring they are stored and rotated safely to maintain a well-kept home environment. Contributing to a nurturing, supportive environment for our young residents Your Application Our team works closely to provide the best possible care for some of Surrey’s most vulnerable children. At times the work can be emotionally demanding and challenging so you’ll need to be adaptable and resilient working in this environment. To be considered for shortlisting for this position you will clearly evidence how you align with our behaviours and how you are: Friendly, reliable and proactive Able to maintain high standards with good attention to detail Aware of health and safety requirements, including COSHH Organised, dependable and able to manage their time well Confident communicating and building appropriate relationships with young people Comfortable working independently and as part of a supportive team Committed to helping create a safe, welcoming home environment An enhanced DBS ‘Disclosure and Barring Service’ check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children’s and Adults’ Barred List checks will be required for this role. Above all, you’ll treat our young people with dignity and respect - always remembering you are working in their home. To apply, we request that you submit a CV and respond to our 2 application questions: Please can you tell us about what has motivated you to apply for this position? Please can you tell us about any skills and experience you have that would be relevant for this position Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and Our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey. This advert closes at 23:59 on Sunday 19th July 2026 with interviews to follow. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. Contact Us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Sarah Muzzall by e-mail at residentialrecruitment@surreycc.gov.uk Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Please see more information here: Information for applicants on Local Government Reorganisation - Surrey County Council Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we’re committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs. Interested in applying?