Housekeeping Assistant

Description:

The University of Lincoln is currently seeking a part-time Housekeeping Assistant to join its Accommodation Services team. Working 30 hours per week on a 5-day rota (including some weekends with prior notice), the successful candidate will contribute to the exceptional upkeep and presentation of Stay, the university’s short-let accommodation block located in the St. Marks halls of residence.

As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring a positive and high-quality residential experience for students and guests. Your responsibilities will span across guest bedrooms, communal areas, the breakfast room, and storerooms.

Key Responsibilities:

• Change bed linens and prepare guest bedrooms to a high standard.

• Clean and sanitize bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, and other living areas.

• Manage and organize linen stocks efficiently.

• Perform general cleaning duties including vacuuming, dusting, and surface sanitation.

• Ensure all areas meet the required hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards.

• Assist in maintaining storage areas and inventory of cleaning materials.

• Handle light manual lifting and physical tasks as part of daily duties.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Previous housekeeping experience, particularly in a hotel or short-let accommodation setting.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.

• Physically fit and able to carry out manual handling tasks.

• Reliable, efficient, and capable of working independently or collaboratively within a team.

Contract Details:

• Part-time role: 30 hours per week

• Rota: 5 days in 7, with some weekend work required (advance notice provided)

• Contract Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave allowance: 30 days (pro rata) plus 14 bank holiday and concessionary days.

• Progressive pay structure.

• Staff discounts at a range of popular retail outlets.

• Opportunities for career growth and personal development.