Housekeeping Assistant – Fixed Term Contract (until 30th September 2026)
Housekeeping Assistant – Fixed Term Contract (until 30 th September 2026)
£12.79 per hour working 32.5 hours per week.
The position is Monday to Friday, from 7am to 2pm (6.5 hours per day, plus 30 minutes unpaid break).
The Housekeeping Assistant will be responsible for keeping the College buildings and student residences cleaned to the highest standard in a safe organised environment. You will be responsible for designated areas, such as student rooms, guest rooms and communal areas.
You will need to have previous cleaning experience and demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and work safely.
You will need to be able to lift and fully utilise cleaning equipment, as well as to use computers to a basic level.
You will need to able to communicate via email and WhatsApp in written English and have a level of English that ensures you fully understand manuals, instructions and cleaning product safety information.
The role requires you to work at the Darwin College site in the centre of Cambridge. You will also be required to work one weekend per month.
The full job description outlines the requirements of the post.
Benefits
- Free meals during working hours and College kitchen opening hours.
- 33 days’ annual leave a year (inclusive of bank holidays) (pro rata for part time workers). After 5 years’ service your annual holiday entitlement will be increased by one day.
- Non-contractual annual bonus.
- Uniform is provided.
- Defined contribution Pension scheme.
- Free access to the College gym.
- Free on-site parking on a first come first served basis.
- Training and Professional Development.
- Access to the Cambridge University Library.
To apply, please submit a CV and a covering letter to recruitment@darwin.cam.ac.uk
Closing Date: Friday 24th April 2026