Housekeeper - Student Accommodation

Homes for Students; London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Housekeeper and play a vital role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness in a vibrant student accommodation setting. This position offers you a chance to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact the experience of students and visitors alike. With a commitment to customer service, you'll ensure that all common areas are welcoming and well-maintained. Enjoy a generous holiday package, exclusive retail discounts, and the opportunity to make a difference in the community. If you have a passion for cleanliness and a knack for customer service, this could be the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Generous holiday package

Exclusive retail discounts

Birthday off

Cycle-to-work scheme

Charity days

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a customer-focused environment is essential.
• Ability to undertake manual work and maintain high cleaning standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure common areas are cleaned to a high standard for visitors.
• Carry out planned and reactive cleaning duties in student buildings.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Manual Work

Education

Experience in a similar role

Job description

Homes for Students is the UK’s leading independent provider of student accommodation.

We are looking for a Housekeeper to join our team at our Grosvenor House property based in Covent Garden, working 25 hours per week (9.00am to 2.00pm Monday to Friday). The role involves ensuring the common areas of the Property are cleaned to a high standard in order to provide a great first impression to our visitors and provide an excellent service to the students in residence.

You will be required to carry out planned and reactive cleaning duties in student buildings located throughout the Property, student kitchen areas, offices, communal and toilet areas including replenishing consumables to a high standard of hygiene. You will play a key role in our summer turnaround time when we say goodbye to one intake of students and prepare for the next.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience of a similar role in a customer-focused environment
• Ability to contribute to targets and deliver excellent results
• Excellent communication and ability to provide an outstanding customer service
• Effective team member with a flexible approach to work and colleagues
• Ability to undertake manual work to a high standard
• Commitment to undergo further training through operational requirements and personal staff development

What’s on offer:

• Generous holiday package of 25 days, plus bank holidays, to recharge and enjoy life outside of work. (pro rata for part time colleagues)
• Access to a range of exclusive retail discounts to make your money go further.
• Take your special day off! Enjoy your birthday with a well-deserved break from work.
• Stay active and eco-friendly with our cycle-to-work scheme.
• Make a difference in the community with 2 charity days per annum.

Homes for Students is an equal opportunity employer and a member of Inclusive Employers. We are able to grow and learn better together with a diverse team of employees, so we encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and we are more than happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments that you may require.

If this sounds like the role for you and you have the skills, knowledge and experience required, we would love to hear from you!