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Window cleaner
Window cleaners work on domestic and commercial premises, cleaning windows, doors and other glass surfaces.
Average salary (a year)
£16000
Starter
£23000
Experienced
Typical hours (a week)
38.0 to 40.0 hours
variable
Work Hours
as a contractor / self-employed
managing your own hours
How to become
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You can get into this job through:applying directly; specialist training with a professional body
Direct Application
You could apply directly to become a window cleaner with a company, buy an existing round or set up your own business. You don't need any formal qualifications to do this.
Other Routes
You could work as a window cleaner on tall buildings like office blocks, if you've completed training in rope access work or operating a mobile platform.
More Information
Career Tips
Employers will be interested in your practical skills, ability to work at height, and your awareness of health and safety regulations and good practice.
Professional And Industry Bodies
You can join the Federation of Window Cleaners for professional development training and to make industry contacts.
What it takes
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Skills and knowledge
You'll need:
    The ability to use your initiative
    To be thorough and pay attention to detail
    The ability to work well with your hands
    Ambition and a desire to succeed
    Physical skills like movement, coordination, dexterity and grace
    Customer service skills
    Knowledge of public safety and security
    Business management skills
Digital Skills Level
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device
Other Requirements
You may need a driving licence and your own vehicle, especially if you're self-employed.
Related Restrictions
be able to cope with working at height
have a good level of fitness
What you will do
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Day to day tasks
You could
mix cleaning chemicals and detergents, climb ladders, use water-fed poles, clean windows on high buildings using cradles or ropes, talk to customers, keep a record of payment or complete customer reports, safely store and transport equipment, find and bid for new business, do business admin tasks if you're self-employed
Working environment
You may need to wear protective clothing.
Your working environment may be at height and outdoors in all weathers.
Career Path & Progression
Look at progression in this role and similar opportunities
You could work for contract cleaners or specialist window cleaning firms. With experience, you may be able to progress to become a supervisor or manager.
You may start your own business, working alone or employing staff.
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