Housekeeper (Part Time)

New Start; Harrogate; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local government pension scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee discounts

Health Assured

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

North Yorkshire Council is seeking a proactive Housekeeper for Harrogate to maintain high cleanliness standards across the venue. This part-time role supports a 24/7 operation, covering public and back-of-house areas and coordinating with casual staff.

You will ensure safety, manage tasks, and uphold presentation-ready spaces, while contributing to a strong guest experience at the Harrogate Convention Centre.

Qualifications

• Friendly, customer-focused attitude and proactive approach.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Solid baseline understanding of health, safety and COSHH compliance.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular cleaning inspections across the venue.
• 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 and weather impacts.
• Maintain and replenish consumables across kitchens, toilets, and public areas.
• Monitor stock levels of cleaning supplies and report replenishment needs.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment and ensure COSHH compliance.

Skills

Customer service

English fluency

Health & safety

COSHH awareness

Job description

Jobs

Housekeeper

More Information

Salary

£13.28 - £13.92 per hour

Expires

30/09/2026

Company

North Yorkshire Council

Location

Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Job Type

Part Time

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

Key Dates:

Closing date: 30th September 2026

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: £13.28 - £13.92 per hour

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire

Sector: Housing

Sector: Management and Maintenance

Job Role: Specialist