Cleaning Assistant

Overview

The department of Estates and Facilities Management (EFM) is responsible for running and maintaining the University estate, including all buildings, gardens, and facilities. We work with all departments to keep the University running effectively, ensuring a remarkable place to work and study for staff and students.

As a Cleaning Assistant you will play an important and valued role in our University community by helping to maintain our buildings and facilities, ensuring they remain clean and well presented for staff, students and visitors.

• Clean specified areas, according to the agreed schedules, using the appropriate techniques, materials and equipment.
• Respond to occasional cleaning requests from department staff.
• Use equipment correctly and safely in accordance with Health and Safety regulations. Clean equipment regularly and store away after use.
• Report any cleaning equipment faults, damage or maintenance issues to the Cleaning Supervisor.
• Ensure the safekeeping of keys during working hours. Turn off building alarms and lock doors after cleaning as appropriate.
• Prioritise your own work, and work around building uses, ensuring that you prioritise those areas which are used first and communicating with building users as required.
• As a member of staff you will be encouraged to make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible.
• Ensure timely completion of mandatory online training, via the employee learning management system.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Our diverse community recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone belongs and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn t match perfectly with this role s criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please reference the application criteria in your application statement.

Essential

• Effective verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team supporting other colleagues.
• Enthusiastic with a flexible approach to work and a positive attitude.

Desirable

• Previous cleaning experience.
• IT knowledge and experience.

• Grade: 2
• Salary: £23,061 to £23,350 pro rata, per annum. With the potential to progress to £23,742 pro rata, per annum, through sustained exceptional contribution.
• Work arrangement:
  Part-time

• Main Campus:
  Mon
  - Fri 6:00am - 9:30am (17.5 hrs per week)
• Mon
  - Fri: 6:00am - 10:00am (20 hrs per week)
• Tue
  - Fri: 6:00am - 9:30am (14 hrs per week)
• Sat
  - Sun: 6:00am - 9:30am (7 hrs per week)
• Sat
  - Sun: 11:00am - 2:30pm (7 hrs per week)
• Sat
  - Sun: 7:00am - 3:00pm (16 hrs per week)
• Sat: 6:00am - 10:00am (4 hrs per week)
• Sun: 5:30pm - 10:00pm (4.5 hrs per week)

Please state your preference in your application. Shifts are subject to availability.

Cleaning Shift Supervisor.

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For informal enquiries about this job contact Campus Services Administration at

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place within 2 weeks of the closing date. This will consist of interview questions and a group exercise. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage within 1 week of the closing date. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process please email

• A minimum of 38 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.
• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.
• Generous pension scheme.
• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.
• A variety of staff networks and personal development opportunities.
• Recognition Awards for staff who go above and beyond.
• Development access to learning and mentoring schemes.
• A range of generous family-friendly policies.

More details can be found on our benefits page:  (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

Closing Date: 20/07/2026

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