Housekeeping Operative

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We are seeking to appoint a part time Housekeeping Operative for 15 hours per week. Team members work over a 7-day working week as per the rota set by the Housekeeping Operations Manager.

The shifts will usually be rostered for 5 days per week. Some overtime will be required throughout the year but more often during our conference periods (outside of term time).

The roles involve cleaning designated areas of the college to include student accommodation, meeting rooms, offices, toilets and public areas on a daily basis under the supervision of the Housekeeping Management Team. Team members must ensure the highest level of housekeeping standards in designated areas of the College.

You must be flexible and able to work as part of a team. Cleaning experience is preferred but we will provide training to our employees. You will need to be enthusiastic, well-organised and have a ‘can-do’ approach to all tasks set. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Benefits include:
•    25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time appointments), increasing with length of service up to an additional 5 days
•    Uniform provided
•    Contributory auto-enrolment pension scheme 
•    Death in service benefit of 2x salary
•    Free lunch in College
•    Enhanced sick pay after qualifying period
•    Enhanced family friendly pay after qualifying period
•    Access to a benefits website which provides savings and discounts 
•    Cycle to Work scheme 
•    Training and development opportunities
•    Free parking may be available subject to capacity
•    Access to University Card with subsidised travel on U bus between Madingley Road Park and Ride or Cambridge Train Station and the College

For an informal chat please contact Aleksandra Kucharska, Housekeeping Operations Manager on 01223 768902 or email: ak2262@robinson.cam.ac.uk    
Completed applications should be emailed to careers@robinson.cam.ac.uk   

Closing date for applications: Monday 16 March 2026

Interviews: Scheduled ad hoc with suitable candidates
 

Salary

£24,688 per annum, £12.77 per hour

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