Job description
Bedmaker / HousekeeperLocation: Cambridge
Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £26,227.50 per annum (Full-Time Equivalent)
About the RoleAn excellent opportunity has arisen to join the Housekeeping team at one of the prestigious Colleges within the University of Cambridge. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and motivated Bedmaker / Housekeeper to help maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness throughout student accommodation, guest rooms and communal areas.
Working as part of a friendly and supportive housekeeping team, you will play an important role in creating a welcoming environment for students, Fellows, staff and visitors while ensuring the College's accommodation is maintained to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Clean and prepare student bedrooms, guest accommodation, bathrooms and communal areas to an exceptional standard.
• Make beds and prepare rooms for arriving students, conference delegates and guests.
• Maintain offices, stairways, corridors and public spaces in accordance with cleaning schedules.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and ensure stock levels are maintained.
• Use cleaning materials and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Report maintenance issues, damages and health & safety concerns promptly.
• Carry out daily housekeeping duties in line with College procedures and quality standards.
• Provide cover for colleagues during periods of annual leave or sickness where required.
• Work across different College sites when necessary.
• Attend training sessions and team meetings to support ongoing development.
• Ensure all duties are completed in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, including COSHH and manual handling procedures.
What We're Looking ForWe're looking for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys working as part of a team.
Ideally you will have:
• Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience (hotel, college or similar environment desirable).
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good spoken and written English.
• A positive and professional attitude.
• The ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• A reliable, trustworthy and conscientious approach.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends when required.
• Basic confidence using mobile devices or computers for training and accessing work information.
• An understanding of Health & Safety, COSHH, PPE and safe manual handling practices is desirable.
Due to the historic nature of the College, the role involves regular use of staircases and physically demanding cleaning duties.
Hours of Work
• Part-time position.
• 37.5 hours per week.
• Shifts between 6:30am and 4:00pm.
• Working 5 days out of 7, including occasional weekends.
• Overtime opportunities may be available.
Benefits
• Competitive salary.
• 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Healthcare cash plan including Employee Assistance Programme.
• Death in Service benefit (4x annual salary).
• Lunch allowance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Access to excellent College sporting and social facilities.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work within one of the world's leading academic institutions.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, take pride in maintaining exceptionally high standards and are looking to join a supportive and welcoming team, we'd love to hear from you.
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