Cleaner

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh is seeking part-time Cleaners to join its Central Campus team. This role provides a rewarding opportunity in a vibrant international community with a focus on cleanliness and high standards. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits included.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Defined benefits pension scheme

Staff discounts

Family-friendly initiatives

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• Cleaning experience preferred; training provided.
• Ability to work to a high standard as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Join the cleaning team at the University’s Central Campus.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across the campus.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: UE02 - £22,995 per annum, pro-rata

Department: Estates Department / Support Services

Type: Part-time: 15 hours per week

Contract: Open-ended (Permanent)

Vacancies: 40

We are looking for Cleaners to join our team at the University’s Central Campus in Edinburgh, EH1 1LT.

The Opportunity

There is an excellent working environment along with good terms and conditions of service. Applications are invited for the post of cleaner at the University’s Central Campus Edinburgh, EH1 1LT.

Your Skills And Attributes For Success

Cleaning experience is preferred although training will be provided. The ability to work to a high standard as part of a team is required.

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Benefits

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to gender equality. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to employment, you will need to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages. The University cannot sponsor international workers for this role; applicants must demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

Key Dates

Closing date for applications: 1st July 2025. The closing time is 11:59PM GMT. The deadline adjusts to your local timezone if applying from abroad.

On this occasion, the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship. International applicants must demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

About Us

As a research-intensive university, we are committed to addressing tomorrow’s challenges with a values-led approach to teaching, research, and innovation, fostering strong local and global relationships.

About The Team

The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1583, spans over 550 buildings across five campuses, including historic and modern facilities. The Estates Department, part of the Corporate Services Group, manages the university’s buildings, infrastructure, and estate investments to support our academic mission.