Senior Cleaner
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 07 Tachwedd 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £24,685 i £26,093 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 23 Tachwedd 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Plymouth, South West England |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | University of Plymouth |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | B0969 |
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About the role
We have a position available within Estates and Facilities for a Senior Cleaner on the main University of Plymouth City Centre Campus. Under the direction of the Cleaning Supervisor as a senior member of the team, you will contribute to the delivery of a customer focused, cost effective and efficient cleaning service.
You will:
• Ensure staff are clear on their part in delivering results and understand that through their activities each individual contributes to a positive student experience.
• Be flexible and adaptable in a changing environment
• On occasion be assigned to other areas of the University to meet the needs of the service; this in turn will provide developmental opportunities in which to broaden their experience.
• Have flexibility in hours of work will be a requirement of this role including early mornings, evenings and some weekend working.
You will hold an NVQ Level 2 in Team Leading or BICS (or equivalent or a willingness to achieve). You will have a good working knowledge of Mircosoft Word / Excel / Outlook / Power point. Have an awareness of Health and Safety, including COSHH and Manual Handling.
You will have a reasonable degree of physical fitness as you will be required to move, lift and carry equipment, supplies and waste bags on a daily basis. The ability to operate machinery appropriate to the post is also required. You will have effective customer service and possess the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
The hours and locations may vary depending on the position appointed to and are subject to the business need, however currently we are looking to recruit cleaning staff to work on the following pattern:
Monday to Friday, 16.15 to 20.15, 4 hrs per day, 20.00 hrs per week for 52 weeks per year.
As part of your contract, you will be required to work a maximum of 8 Saturdays early morning shifts per year, to support university and will receive additional payment for this, in line with the university overtime rates of pay.
Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Julie Dyer: by email at julie.dyer@plymouth.ac.uk
Please note: We’re currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome all applicants, as other visa options may be available.
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
Application Process
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Anticipated Interview Date(s): To be confirmed
Our Offer
A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.
When joining us, you will receive:
• Generous annual leave: 25* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery
*Pro rata if part-time/fixed term contract
Additional Information
The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter.
We have a position available within Estates and Facilities for a Senior Cleaner on the main University of Plymouth City Centre Campus. Under the direction of the Cleaning Supervisor as a senior member of the team, you will contribute to the delivery of a customer focused, cost effective and efficient cleaning service.
You will:
• Ensure staff are clear on their part in delivering results and understand that through their activities each individual contributes to a positive student experience.
• Be flexible and adaptable in a changing environment
• On occasion be assigned to other areas of the University to meet the needs of the service; this in turn will provide developmental opportunities in which to broaden their experience.
• Have flexibility in hours of work will be a requirement of this role including early mornings, evenings and some weekend working.
You will hold an NVQ Level 2 in Team Leading or BICS (or equivalent or a willingness to achieve). You will have a good working knowledge of Mircosoft Word / Excel / Outlook / Power point. Have an awareness of Health and Safety, including COSHH and Manual Handling.
You will have a reasonable degree of physical fitness as you will be required to move, lift and carry equipment, supplies and waste bags on a daily basis. The ability to operate machinery appropriate to the post is also required. You will have effective customer service and possess the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
The hours and locations may vary depending on the position appointed to and are subject to the business need, however currently we are looking to recruit cleaning staff to work on the following pattern:
Monday to Friday, 16.15 to 20.15, 4 hrs per day, 20.00 hrs per week for 52 weeks per year.
As part of your contract, you will be required to work a maximum of 8 Saturdays early morning shifts per year, to support university and will receive additional payment for this, in line with the university overtime rates of pay.
Due to the nature of the role, unfortunately we are unable to accommodate working from home.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Julie Dyer: by email at julie.dyer@plymouth.ac.uk
Please note: We’re currently unable to sponsor this role under the Skilled Worker visa route. However, we welcome all applicants, as other visa options may be available.
For more information about the job and the person specification, please refer to the job description.
Application Process
Please apply online, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training, and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Following the closing date of the vacancy, you will be notified on the outcome of your application in due course.
Anticipated Interview Date(s): To be confirmed
Our Offer
A successful external candidate for this position would be employed by the University of Plymouth Services Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the University of Plymouth. Employees of the University of Plymouth Services Limited work alongside the University of Plymouth colleagues in delivery of Plymouth’s strategic vision, and will adopt the University of Plymouth’s HR policies and procedures in full unless otherwise stated.
When joining us, you will receive:
• Generous annual leave: 25* Days Annual Leave (pro rata if part-time) plus Bank Holidays* & Closure Days*
• Generous pension scheme
• Cycle to Work & Electric Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Development opportunities
• Enhanced family leave
• Flexible working
• Retailer discounts
• On-site nursery
*Pro rata if part-time/fixed term contract
Additional Information
The University of Plymouth is an inclusive community where everyone is welcomed regardless of their background. To find out more about our inclusive community initiatives, such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter.