General Assistant

Job Introduction

Cleaning General Assistant

St George’s and St David’s Barracks, Bicester- OX26 6HF

About the role

Take pride in your work. Be part of a welcoming team. Make a difference every day.

Join Sodexo as a Cleaning General Assistant at St George’s and St David’s Barracks in Bicester, where your work will help create a clean, comfortable environment for the Armed Forces community.

From accommodation blocks and gyms to classrooms and offices, you’ll help keep the spaces people live, work and train in looking their best. You’ll become a valued member of a supportive team, with training to build your confidence and opportunities to develop your skills.

If you enjoy practical work, love seeing the results of your efforts and take satisfaction in a job well done, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Cleaning is the main focus of this role. Flexibility is also required to support our kitchen environments and retail outlets when needed, giving you the opportunity to learn new skills and work with colleagues across the site.

What you’ll do

• Make spaces shine – Clean accommodation blocks, gyms, classrooms, offices and kitchen areas.
• Take care of the details – Dust and wipe surfaces, windowsills and skirting boards.
• Keep floors looking their best – Vacuum carpets and sweep and mop floors and stairs.
• Maintain excellent hygiene standards – Clean toilets, baths and sinks.
• Put safety first – Use cleaning equipment and products correctly, following health and safety procedures and COSHH guidance.
• Help keep the site running smoothly – Report hazards, maintenance issues and equipment faults to your supervisor.
• Get involved as a team – Work alongside your colleagues and support kitchen and retail areas when business needs require.

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring a positive attitude, an eye for detail and pride in the work you do. We’re looking for someone who:

• Enjoys practical tasks and keeping spaces clean and welcoming.
• Is reliable, organised and committed to doing a good job.
• Works well with others and is comfortable completing tasks independently.
• Is keen to learn and follow safe working practices.
• Is flexible and happy to support colleagues across different areas.

We’ll support you with full training, including health and safety and COSHH, so you can feel confident in your role.

What we offer

At Sodexo, you’ll belong to a team that values your contribution, with support for your wellbeing and opportunities to grow. Our benefits include:

• Wellbeing support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP access, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Financial benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, a retirement plan and a death-in-service benefit.
• Career growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools and development opportunities to help you take your next step.
• Work perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training and a protective uniform.

Ready to bring your energy and attention to detail to a role with purpose? Apply today and join our team at Bicester.