Rapid Response Cleaner

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1113012/153694
  • Location: Colchester General Hospital
  • Job type: Full Time - shifts 0700-1530/1330-2200 / 2200-0630Hhrs
  • Salary: £12.51 per hour plus Sodexo Benefits
  • Closing date: 08 March 2026
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About the role

Location: Colchester General Hospital

Pay Rate: £12.51 per hour

Vacancies: 3 positions available

We’re looking for dedicated Rapid Response Cleaners to help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Your role is vital in ensuring infection control and creating a safe space for patients, staff, and visitors.

Shifts

  • 07:00 – 15:30
  • 13:30 – 22:00
  • 22:00 – 06:30
    (5 shifts over 7 days per week)

What You’ll Do

  • Deliver exceptional cleaning standards across hospital areas, including infection-sensitive zones.
  • Work proactively to meet agreed service levels and health & safety requirements.
  • Be adaptable and responsive to urgent cleaning needs.

What We Offer

  • £12.51 per hour
  • Benefits:
    • Blue Light Card discounts
    • On-site restaurant
    • Discounted parking and bus travel
  • Supportive team environment with training provided.

What We’re Looking For

  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • Commitment to health & safety and a “Zero Harm” mindset.
  • Previous cleaning or customer service experience is desirable.

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

  • Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
  • Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
  • Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
  • The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
  • Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
  • Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
  • A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
  • Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
  • Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
  • Flexible and dynamic work environment
  • Competitive compensation
  • Full training and full protective uniform supplied.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! Career progression for the caring profession.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications.

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • Virtual GP

    24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Social Impact

Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.

We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.

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  • “To anyone considering the Aspiring Frontline Manager programme, I would highly recommend it. The programme offers a comprehensive blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, which is essential for anyone looking to advance their career in management.”

    Marco, Cleaning Manager

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