Housekeeping Operative - part time, 20 hours per week

Robinson College University of Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 13,776 - 16,531; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Uniform provided

Contributory auto-enrolment pension scheme

Death in service benefit of 2x salary

Free lunch in College

Enhanced sick pay after qualifying period

Enhanced family friendly pay after qualifying period

Access to benefits website

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Free parking (subject to capacity)

Subsidised travel on U bus

Job summary

Robinson College University of Cambridge is seeking a part-time Housekeeping Operative for 20 hours per week. The role involves cleaning designated areas such as student accommodation and meeting rooms. Applicants should be flexible, have excellent communication skills, and cleaning experience is preferred. Benefits include 25 days annual leave pro-rated, a contributory pension scheme, free lunches, and training opportunities. This position operates on a 7-day rotating schedule and may require overtime, especially during conference periods.

Qualifications

• Flexible and able to work as part of a team.
• Cleaning experience preferred, training is provided.
• Must have excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning designated areas including accommodation and public areas.
• Ensure the highest level of housekeeping standards.
• Work over a 7-day rotating schedule.

Skills

Teamwork

Cleaning experience

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Housekeeping Operative - part time, 20 hours per week

We are seeking to appoint a part‑time Housekeeping Operative for 20 hours per week. Team members work over a 7‑day working week as per the rota set by the Housekeeping Operations Manager.

The shifts are usually rostered for five days per week. Some overtime will be required throughout the year, more often during our conference periods (outside of term time).

The role involves cleaning designated areas of the college, including student accommodation, meeting rooms, offices, toilets and public areas on a daily basis under the supervision of the Housekeeping Management Team. Team members must ensure the highest level of housekeeping standards in the designated areas.

Applicants must be flexible, able to work as part of a team, and have a ‘can‑do’ attitude. Cleaning experience is preferred but we will provide training. Excellent communication skills are essential.

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro‑rated for part‑time appointments), increasing with length of service up to an additional 5 days
• Uniform provided
• Contributory auto‑enrolment pension scheme
• Death in service benefit of 2x salary
• Free lunch in College
• Enhanced sick pay after qualifying period
• Enhanced family friendly pay after qualifying period
• Access to a benefits website which provides savings and discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Free parking may be available subject to capacity
• Access to University Card with subsidised travel on U bus between Madingley Road Park & Ride or Cambridge Train Station and the College

For an informal chat please contact Aleksandra Kucharska, Housekeeping Operations Manager, on 01223 768902 or email: [e-mail].

Completed applications should be emailed to [e-mail].

Closing date for applications: Monday 18 May 2026.

Interviews are scheduled ad hoc with suitable candidates.