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Fylde Coast YMCA; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Online training portal

Job summary

Fylde Coast YMCA in Newby Bridge, Cumbria, is seeking a part-time General Assistant (30 hours/week) to join our housekeeping team. You will perform cleaning duties, prepare and changeover guest accommodation, and maintain high standards of cleanliness across facilities.

Successful candidates will work Mon–Fri 8:30–16:30, with Enhanced DBS disclosure required, and benefits include 28 days annual leave and access to our online learning portal.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience in a domestic or workplace setting.
• Commitment to providing excellence in customer service.
• Commitment to teamwork and respect for the skills of others.
• Understanding the need for confidentiality with a professional and caring approach to work.
• Enjoy working in a busy, fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning duties, preparation, and changeover of client accommodation.
• Clean facilities, public areas and meeting rooms as required, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout.
• Report any damage to soft furnishings, paint work etc. to Maintenance/Operations Services Manager.
• Assist in cleaning and preparation of staff accommodation.
• Report any equipment replacement requirements to Maintenance Team.
• To assist with general maintenance of public and staff areas.
• Adhere to all Health and Safety requirements of the job and the Centre as indicated by the Centre Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Job description

Part-Time – 30 hours per week; Permanent

Job Reference – 860LAKE

Please Note: This vacancy is based in Newby Bridge, Cumbria;

There is no accommodation available onsite.

Are you inspired and want to play an important role in changing people’s lives be a part in creating inspirational pathways and opportunities, opening doors, and welcoming all to get involved and make a positive difference. Working for us means helping children, young people, and adults of all levels of ability and from all walks of life, to reach their full potential. You’ll be working for a well-established team who work in multiple fields including Young People, Outdoor Education, Physical Activity, Housing, and our own workforce.

We offer flexible working, with an emphasis on learning and development through our online training portal for all staff, 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) rising with years of service and possible the best benefit is working for a company that makes a difference.

As a General Assistant what does the role entail:

• Work as part of the core team under the direction of the Housekeeping Supervisor /Senior Operations Manager
• Carry out general cleaning duties, preparation, and changeover of client accommodation
• Clean facilities, public areas and meeting rooms as required, maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout
• Report any damage to soft furnishings, paint work etc. to Maintenance/Operations Services Manager
• Assist in cleaning and preparation of staff accommodation
• Report any equipment replacement requirements to Maintenance Team
• To assist with general maintenance of public and staff areas
• Adhere to all Health and Safety requirements of the job and the Centre as indicated by the Centre Policies and Procedures. Read and accept all risk assessments of equipment

This job is for you, if…

• You have previous cleaning experience in a domestic or workplace setting - Desirable
• You have a firm commitment to providing excellence in customer service
• You have a commitment to team-working and respect and consideration for the skills of others.
• You understand the need for confidentiality with a professional and caring approach to work.
• You enjoy working in a busy, fast paced environment.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Working Pattern

Usually working Monday – Friday day shifts from 8:30am – 4:30pm. Working days to be agreed according to business needs. Essential working days to cover are Wednesday and Friday.

For this role it is an essential requirement to have a driving license and access to own vehicle for commuting. Our centre is in a remote location, away from a main bus route. There is no accommodation available on-site for this role.

Job Reference – 860LAKE

Closing date for the role is Friday 13th November 2026 by 9:00am.