Housekeeper

North Yorkshire Council; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice

Discount benefits

Health Assured

Career development

Job summary

Harrogate Convention Centre is seeking a proactive Housekeeper to maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety across the venue, supporting a 24/7 operation. You will keep both public and back-of-house areas presentation-ready and work flexibly to meet changing demands.

You will be reliable with good English communication, comfortable with manual tasks, and aware of health, safety and COSHH requirements. Training and guidance for temporary staff are provided.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular cleaning inspections across venue areas to maintain excellent presentation
• Respond quickly and independently to cleaning needs as they arise
• Complete planned cleaning tasks in line with rotas and schedules
• Manage unplanned cleaning tasks promptly including spillages, accidents, and adverse weather impacts
• Maintain and replenish consumable items across kitchens, toilets, and public areas
• Monitor stock levels of cleaning supplies and proactively report replenishment needs
• Safely operate a range of cleaning equipment, from basic manual tools to specialist machinery
• Conduct routine safety checks on equipment and ensure strict compliance with COSHH regulations
• Support event changeovers, handling waste removal and ensuring fire exits remain clear
• Assist in supervising, supporting and motivating casual and contract cleaning staff
• Provide on-site guidance and basic task training for temporary team members

Job description

Harrogate Convention Centre (HCC) is one of the UK’s leading event venues, offering 13,700m² of flexible event space, a 2,000-seat auditorium, and the iconic Grade II listed Royal Hall. We host a diverse range of conferences, exhibitions, productions, and live events - each with unique requirements. Our Venue Presentation Team plays a vital role in delivering exceptional experiences for our clients and visitors.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and reliable Housekeeper to help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety across our venue. This is a varied, hands‑on role where no two days are the same. Supporting our 24/7 operation, you will be responsible for ensuring both public and back‑of‑house areas remain clean, safe, and presentation‑ready at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out regular cleaning inspections across all areas of the venue to maintain excellent presentation
• Respond quickly and independently to cleaning needs as they arise
• Complete planned cleaning tasks in line with rotas and schedules
• Manage unplanned cleaning tasks promptly including spillages, accidents, and adverse weather impacts
• Maintain and replenish consumable items across kitchens, toilets, and public areas
• Monitor stock levels of cleaning supplies and proactively report replenishment needs
• Safely operate a range of cleaning equipment, from basic manual tools to specialist machinery
• Conduct routine safety checks on equipment and ensure strict compliance with COSHH regulations
• Support event changeovers, handling waste removal and ensuring fire exits remain clear
• Assist in supervising, supporting and motivating casual and contract cleaning staff
• Provide on‑site guidance and basic task training for temporary team members

What You Will Bring

You will bring a friendly, customer‑focused attitude and a proactive "can‑do" approach to the team. Confident and adaptable, you can work independently or collaboratively while staying calm and effective under pressure. You are reliable, possess excellent timekeeping skills, and are physically comfortable executing hands‑on manual tasks. Good written and verbal English communication skills are essential, along with a solid baseline understanding of health, safety, and COSHH compliance

What can we offer you?

• a local government pension scheme with generous employer contribution
• salary sacrifice schemes
• employee discount benefits including shopping, supermarkets, gym discounts and more
• Health Assured – confidential help and support for your wellbeing
• learning, development and career advancement opportunities

For an informal discussion or more information, please contact [e-mail]

Key Dates:

Closing date: 30th September 2026