Domestic Assistant

University of Southampton; Southampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

University pension scheme

Discounts

Health and fitness facilities

Job summary

University of Southampton is seeking a part-time Domestic Assistant to join the Estates & Facilities team in Southampton. The role involves providing high-standard cleaning across campus facilities and supporting daily operations within an on-site environment.

The successful candidate will have experience in professional cleaning, a flexible approach to work, and a commitment to inclusion and safety. The University offers a pension scheme, holiday entitlement, and staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience of cleaning in professional environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the Domestic Services team and assist with cleaning tasks.
• Work with the Domestic Supervisor and wider Estates & Facilities team to maintain standards.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Job description

Domestic Assistant

Company: University of Southampton Salary: £24,464 to £24,464 a year, pro rata Hours: Part-time Location: Southampton, SO17 1BJ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Contract Posting date: 22 Oct 2026 Closing date: 5 Nov 2026

The following shift pattern is available:

14.75 hours per week

16:45 – 19:45 Monday to Thursday, 16:45 – 19:30 Friday

This vacancy is available on a part-time, permanent basis.

What we're looking for

Domestic Services is one of the largest Professional Services departments in the University, comprising a diverse range of colleagues who share the same passion for delivering a high standard cleaning service to the University's community and estate.

We are looking to recruit a number of Domestic Assistants, with good experience of cleaning in professional environments, to join our team, across several of our campuses. You will work closely with the Domestic Supervisor, Assistant Domestic Services Manager, Domestic Services Manager, as well as colleagues across the Estates & Facilities Directorate and the wider University, to ensure effective and professional support for all aspects of the team’s activities.

What we can offer you

We support a flexible approach to work, as well as additional benefits that will make your life easier, such as a generous holiday allowance, access to a university pension scheme, subsidised health and fitness facilities, and a range of discounts. Furthermore, the University is a fantastic place to work – regardless of what life stage you are at, you will be a valued member of our team.

We are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We select candidates on the basis of merit and ability and aspire to thrive in the diversity of our workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates with an interest in the role and those who are committed to helping us create an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+; and people with disabilities.

Working at the University of Southampton

Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton.

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk.

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