Cleaner | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Cleaners carry out general cleaning of offices, shops and homes, or more specialised cleaning like upholstery or the outsides of buildings.

Typical task
Working hours
Attractive values

Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean

Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts.
Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers.
Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.
Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas.
Observe precautions required to protect hotel and guest property and report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors.
Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items.
Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers.
Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy.
Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary.
Sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines.
Move and arrange furniture and turn mattresses.
Hang draperies and dust window blinds.
Wash dishes and clean kitchens, cooking utensils, and silverware.
Polish silver accessories and metalwork, such as fixtures and fittings.
Sort clothing and other articles, load washing machines, and iron and fold dried items.
Request repair services and wait for repair workers to arrive.
Sort, count, and mark clean linens and store them in linen closets.
Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations, media equipment, and furniture for social or business functions.
Run errands, such as taking laundry to the cleaners and buying groceries.
Remove debris from driveways, garages, and swimming pool areas.
Purchase or order groceries and household supplies to keep kitchens stocked and record expenditures.
Deliver television sets, ironing boards, baby cribs, and rollaway beds to guests' rooms.
Care for children or elderly persons by overseeing their activities, providing companionship, and assisting them with dressing, bathing, eating, and other needs.
Plan menus and cook and serve meals and refreshments following employer's instructions or own methods.
Assign duties to other staff and give instructions regarding work methods and routines.
Replace light bulbs.

Average salary
18,542 GBP *
per year

Average salary for Cleaner

20,319 GBP
17,364 GBP

Average salary for part-time Cleaner

Average salary for full-time Cleaner

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7,739 GBP
7,641 GBP
8,240 GBP

18,542 GBP
17,364 GBP
20,319 GBP

Salary over time for Cleaner

Pay for this role has increased slightly over time

14,663 GBP
15,070 GBP
15,220 GBP
16,365 GBP
16,984 GBP
17,815 GBP
18,542 GBP
19,150 GBP

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Future outlook for Cleaners

Balanced outlook

582 000+ jobs available

Very good outlook

4% yearly wage growth (on average)

Fair outlook

68% chance of automation in the future

Which qualifications do I need?

Find out what you need to know in order to become a Cleaner and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

In terms of people already doing this job:

64% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
35% of people in this role have do not have GCSEs or equivalent qualifications
1% of people in this role have a Bachelor's degree

You can apply for jobs with cleaning companies or any organisation that employs their own cleaners. There are no set entry requirements, but you'll need to show employers that you're reliable and able to do the job.

Experience can help, particularly if you're looking for specialised cleaning work.

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Functional Skills

What technical skills do I need?

Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Cleaner. Check that you know:

Data base user interface and query software Data entry software

Electronic mail software Email software

Facilities management software Computerized maintenance management system CMMS

Operating system software Microsoft Windows

Spreadsheet software Microsoft Excel

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Functional Skills

Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Stress Tolerance Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations. Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

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