HMP Millsike- Part Time Cleaner

Job Overview: Part-Time Cleaning Operative (HMP Millsike)

Mitie Care & Custody is recruiting a Cleaning Operative for the newly opened HMP Millsike. This role is unique as it is based within the UK’s first “all-electric” prison—a Category C facility designed for rehabilitation. You will be responsible for maintaining a hygienic and safe environment for both staff and the approximately 1,500 prisoners on-site.

Job Summary

• Employer: Mitie Care & Custody

• Location: HMP Millsike, Full Sutton (YO41), near York

   

• Hours: 20 hours per week (Part-time)

• Salary: Approx. £12.21 per hour (Based on 2026 Mitie standard cleaning rates in York).

• Context: HMP Millsike is a modern, environmentally focused “green” prison that opened in late March 2025.

   

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Cleaning: Ensuring all sections of the prison—including staff areas and prisoner houseblocks—are cleaned to a high professional standard.

   

• Supply Management: Stocking and organizing supply rooms and ensuring all cleaning materials are available and stored safely.

• Health & Safety: Following strict COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations and performing deep cleaning or disinfection when required.

   

• Security Reporting: Promptly identifying and reporting any defects, incidents, or potential safety hazards to the supervisor.

• Integrity: Operating with high moral standards within a secure, high-stakes environment.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work professionally as part of a large multi-disciplinary team.

• Customer Focus: Representing Mitie’s service-oriented values in every task.

• Motivation: A proactive “can-do” approach and the ability to work independently.

• Vetting: You must pass an Enhanced DBS check and high-level security clearance to work within the prison estate.

• Experience: Previous cleaning experience is a plus, but Mitie provides full training for those new to the industry.

   

Employee Benefits

Working in a secure government contract via Mitie offers several unique “on-site” perks:

• Meals & Gym: Subsidised on-site meals and access to the on-site gym.

   

• Travel: Free parking with electric vehicle charging points (consistent with the prison’s green mission).

   

• Financial Perks: Access to the Blue Light Card (offering thousands of retail discounts) and Mitie’s internal reward schemes.

   

• Inclusion: A commitment to hiring veterans and those looking for a career change from sectors like social care.

Strategic 2026 Context: Your 156th Market Entry

This role represents the “Secured Estate Facilities” tier of your 156-role York dataset.

• The York “Secure” Wage: At £12.21/hr, this role aligns with the York Pullman Bus Driver (£14.50/hr) and Carefound Assistant (£14.50/hr) only when you factor in the “hidden benefits.” The inclusion of an on-site gym and subsidised meals significantly lowers the “cost of living” for staff compared to city-center roles.

• The Full Sutton Corridor: HMP Millsike was built adjacent to the existing HMP Full Sutton. This creates a massive employment hub in the YO41 area, making it a primary destination for workers in Pocklington, Stamford Bridge, and East York.

   

• The Green Prison Trend: As the UK’s first all-electric prison, Millsike is a flagship 2026 project. This role isn’t just “cleaning”; it’s part of a high-tech facility transformation that uses 75% less energy than older prisons like HMP Wormwood Scrubs.

  Mitie is the UK’s leading strategic outsourcing and facilities management company. In York, Mitie serves as a critical operational partner for some of the city’s largest public and private sector infrastructure, including the Ministry of Justice (HMP Millsike) and Network Rail.

  Company Description & Culture

  Mitie (pronounced “mighty”) operates under the purpose of “Our Expertise, Your Peace of Mind.” The company has transitioned from a traditional facilities provider to a “technology-led” transformation partner. Its culture is defined by “The Mitie Way”, which focuses on three core pillars: One Mitie (collaboration), Integrity & Trust, and Going the Extra Mile.

  The environment is high-scale and professional, with a strong emphasis on “Plan Zero”—their industry-leading commitment to reaching net-zero carbon emissions. Internally, the culture is increasingly diverse and inclusive, evidenced by their Disability Confident Leader (Level 3) status and recognition as a UK Top Employer for eight consecutive years (as of 2026).

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  Key Organisation Highlights (2026)

  Category	Details
  York Presence	Major contracts at HMP Millsike, Network Rail, and local retail hubs
  Primary Industry	Strategic Outsourcing & Facilities Management
  Workforce	~84,000 colleagues nationally; significant local team in North Yorkshire
  Core Mission	To deliver “The Exceptional, Every Day”
  Key Accolade	British Safety Council 5-Star Rating (January 2026)
  ESG Strategy	Plan Thrive: Aiming to uplift 1 million lives and improve 1,000 places

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  Major Operations in York

  Mitie’s footprint in York is diverse, spanning high-security environments to public transport:

  • Justice & Custody (HMP Millsike): Mitie Care & Custody is the primary operator for this large-scale prison facility near York. They manage everything from Prison Custody Officers to complex maintenance, including specialized Applied Behaviour Analysts.

  • Transport Infrastructure: A permanent Site Cleaning & Maintenance team is based at Network Rail’s York facilities (YO26), ensuring critical rail infrastructure remains operational and compliant.

  • Retail & Corporate Services: Providing security, cleaning, and grounds maintenance for major York retailers (e.g., Co-op and Asda) and banking hubs like Lloyds Banking Group.

  • Technical Services: A fleet of mobile Water Technicians and Electrical Engineers service commercial estates across the YO postcode area.

  Careers & Employee Benefits

  Mitie is one of the region’s most robust employers, offering “private sector” benefits with a focus on long-term stability:

  • Virtual GP Service: Unlimited 24/7 access to medical consultations for all employees and their households—a major perk cited in 2026 reviews.

  • Financial Wellbeing: Access to the “Salary Finance” scheme, allowing staff to advance up to 50% of their earned pay to manage cost-of-living pressures.

  • The “Choices” Platform: A flexible benefits system where staff can customize their perks, including cycle-to-work schemes, dental insurance, and gym memberships.

  • MiDeals Discount Portal: Significant savings at over 1,200 retailers, often saving regular staff hundreds of pounds annually on groceries and travel.

  • Free Shares: Mitie often grants free shares to employees, fostering a culture of collective ownership and investment in the company’s success.

  Employee Sentiment

  While reviews are generally positive regarding Equality and Diversity (4.0/5), some frontline staff note that the work is “high-intensity” and “very busy.” However, management is frequently praised for supporting Personal Development, with over 1,500 apprenticeships supported annually across the group.