Cleansing Operative

Join Our Team: Street Cleanser – Ferndown Depot 

Location: Ferndown, Dorset
Salary: up to £25,583 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours/week (rota includes early mornings, & bank holidays)
Contract Type: Permanent

 Make a Visible Difference Every Day

Do you enjoy being outdoors, staying active, and making your community a better place? Dorset Council is looking for a dedicated Street Cleanser to help keep Ferndown clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.

 What We’re Looking For

We’re not just hiring a cleaner — we’re looking for someone who:

• Thrives outdoors in all weather.
• Doesn’t mind getting stuck in and getting their hands dirty.
• Is physically fit and happy to walk, lift, and bend throughout the day.
• Enjoys chatting with locals and solving small problems with a smile.
• Is a team player, ready to learn and grow.
• Holds a valid UK driving licence (essential).

 Your Day-to-Day

• Sweep streets and public areas.
• Collect litter, empty bins (including dog waste bins).
• Drive council vehicles (under 3.5t) and carry out daily safety checks.
• Help maintain vehicles and equipment.

 Working Environment

This is a hands-on, outdoor role. You’ll face all kinds of weather, traffic, and terrain — but you’ll also enjoy fresh air, physical activity, and the satisfaction of seeing the difference you make.

 What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary and pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Full PPE and training provided.
• Access to health and wellbeing support.
• Career development and training opportunities.

 Why Dorset Council?

We’re proud to serve over 300,000 residents with more than 450 services. We care deeply about our communities and our people — and we know that every role makes a difference.

We’re committed to:

• Equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Supporting disabled applicants (Disability Confident Employer).
• Making interviews accessible and fair.
• Helping you grow your career.

 Ready to Apply?

Visit Dorset Council Jobs Portal to apply today. Let’s keep Dorset clean, green, and thriving — together.

At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We: 

• provide essential services that support over 380,000 residents 
• work in partnership to make a real difference 
• value every role and the impact it has on our communities 
• support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive 

You will: 

• be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset 
• have access to a range of benefits and support 
• have access to range of training opportunities which will help with your personal development and career progression 

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve. 

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible. If you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application. 

This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement. 

If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us. 

Find out more about how to apply.