Cleaning Operative (Nights) - Full-Time and Part-Time Hours Available

The post will help to maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation across the main Waterside Campus. Main duties will include cleaning communal areas, teaching spaces, corridors, stairwells and washroom facilities; vacuuming, mopping and general surface cleaning; emptying waste and recycling; replenishing consumables; and reporting maintenance, damage or health and safety concerns.

The role will also support the preparation and turnaround of faculty buildings, including enhanced cleaning requirements during busy periods, and may be required to assist with cleaning in other University areas where operationally necessary.

Available Hours:
- 37hrs per week: The normal working pattern will be Monday – Friday 10pm – 6am, with these being set contractual working days.
- 15hrs per week: The normal working pattern will be Monday – Friday 7pm – 10pm, with these being set contractual working days.

Some flexibility may be required during peak accommodation periods to support operational requirements. Please specify the working hours you would like to be considered for in your application.

The successful candidate will have a practical understanding of cleaning methods and be able to deliver consistently high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Previous cleaning experience, ideally within accommodation, hospitality, education or another busy environment, would be advantageous, although appropriate training can be provided.

They will need good attention to detail, the ability to follow cleaning schedules and instructions, and an understanding of working safely with cleaning products and equipment. The role requires someone who can work independently and as part of a team, organise their workload effectively and respond flexibly to changing operational priorities.

Good communication skills, reliability and a positive approach to customer service are important, as the postholder will work within student accommodation and may have regular contact with students, staff and visitors. They should also be able to identify and report maintenance defects, damage, hazards or other health and safety concerns appropriately.

Desirable Qualification:
- BICS Operators Proficiency Certificate Stage 1 or willing to work towards qualification.

You will be working as part of the 1st Degree team, within the Estates and Campus Services team. 1st Degree Facilities is a trading name of UNEL which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of Northampton and this vacancy is covered by UNEL Terms and Conditions of employment.

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract until 31 July 2027.