Working at ICS Cleaning
Independent Cleaning Services Limited is a regional commercial cleaning employer operating across Yorkshire & Lincolnshire. Here's what to expect when you join our team — from your first day to long-term career progression.
About ICS as an employer
Independent Cleaning Services Limited (ICS Cleaning) is a well-established regional commercial cleaning company, part of the SPS Group. We deliver contract cleaning, education cleaning, specialist cleaning and floor care across Yorkshire & Lincolnshire, with offices in Hull, Grimsby and Lincoln.
We hold ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications, are an Alcumus SafeContractor-approved business, and hold BICSc Corporate Membership. These accreditations reflect our commitment to quality management, environmental responsibility and safe working practices — the standards that shape the experience of every employee on our team.
We work across a range of sectors including schools and academies, offices and commercial premises, retail environments, and factories and industrial sites. This means our teams gain experience across a variety of working environments — many of which are long-term, stable contracts.
What you can expect
Genuine employment arrangements, professional training and real support on every site.
PAYE employment
All roles are PAYE — you are employed directly by Independent Cleaning Services Limited with tax and National Insurance handled through payroll.
Contract of employment
You receive a formal contract of employment and a full induction before starting on site.
Induction and training
A professional induction, safe systems of work, COSHH/chemical handling training where required, equipment training, and site-specific procedures.
Supervisor support
You have a named supervisor or manager and clear instructions for each site. Supervisors and area managers are actively involved — you are not on your own.
Uniform and equipment
Uniform and the tools and products needed for the job are provided.
Clear hours
Some roles have fixed shifts (common in schools and offices). Others have flexibility depending on the site. Exact hours are confirmed before you start.
Training and development
Every new employee receives a structured induction and the training needed to work safely and confidently on site. Training is tailored to the site and role, and may include:
- Induction and site-specific orientation
- Safe systems of work and health & safety
- COSHH — chemical handling where required
- Equipment training for the tools you will use
- Site-specific procedures and cleaning schedules
- Ongoing support and refresher training
Career progression
We promote from within. Many of our supervisors and area managers started as front-line cleaners. If you are reliable and want to progress, we actively support your development.
Cleaning Operative
Start as a front-line cleaner on a fixed site. Learn safe working practices, site procedures and equipment use.
Experienced Operative
Take on additional hours, cover for sickness/holidays, or support deep-clean and periodic work where available.
Supervisor
Lead a team on site — conducting checks, supporting new starters, and liaising with the client and area manager.
Area Management
Oversee multiple sites, manage teams, and support contract delivery across a region.
How to apply
A straightforward recruitment process — from finding a vacancy to starting on site.
Find a vacancy
Browse current cleaning jobs on our Careers page and find a role that suits your location and availability.
Apply
Submit your details via the vacancy page — basic contact information, work history where possible, and your availability.
Recruitment contact
Our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the role. This may include a phone interview and a short site meeting.
Vetting and onboarding
We conduct reference checks and, where required, DBS checks for education or sensitive sites. You will receive your contract and induction schedule.
Induction and start
You complete your induction, receive uniform and equipment, and start on site with supervisor support.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about working at ICS Cleaning.
What training will I receive as a new ICS cleaner?
Every new starter receives a full induction covering safe working practices, site-specific procedures, equipment training, and COSHH/chemical handling where relevant. Ongoing support is provided by your supervisor and area manager.
Will I receive a contract of employment?
Yes. Every ICS cleaner receives a contract of employment from Independent Cleaning Services Limited. You are PAYE — not self-employed, not via an umbrella company, and not on a zero-hours arrangement unless the advert explicitly states casual hours.
Is uniform and equipment provided?
Yes. ICS provides full uniform and all the cleaning equipment, products, and materials you need for the job. You do not need to buy your own supplies.
What happens after I apply for a job?
After you apply, our recruitment team reviews your application. If your availability and location match the role, we'll contact you — often by phone first, then a short site meeting if needed. Checks (references, DBS where required) are completed before a start date is confirmed.
Are there opportunities to progress at ICS?
Yes. Many of our supervisors and area managers started as front-line cleaners. If you're reliable, committed, and want to progress, we actively support internal promotion — from cleaner to supervisor, and from supervisor to area management.
What support will I receive on site?
You'll have a named supervisor or manager, clear instructions for your site, and a simple process for raising any issues. Area managers also visit sites regularly to check standards and support the team.
Ready to join the ICS team?
Browse our current cleaning vacancies across Yorkshire & Lincolnshire and apply today.
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