Relief Housekeeping Assistant, Papdale Halls of Residence

Orkney Islands Council; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Orkney Islands Council seeks a Housekeeping team member for Papdale Halls of Residence. This relief role involves cleaning and supporting secondary school pupils. Ideal candidates are caring individuals with some cleaning experience, and an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning is preferred.
• Ability to work with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a range of cleaning activities per specific schedules.
• Use powered cleaning equipment to maintain hygienic conditions.

Skills

Cleaning

Caring

Education

Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Location: Papdale Halls of Residence by Kirkwall Grammar School Kirkwall Orkney, KW15 1QN

Rate: £14.44 per hour

Contract Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Position Type: Supply/Casual/Relief

Hours: 0 hours per week

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EDUCATION, COMMUNITIES AND HOUSING

Papdale Halls of Residence

Hours are offered on an as and when required basis

£14.44 per hour (including Distant Islands Allowance)

Papdale Halls of Residence provides accommodation and support services to secondary school pupils from the isles to enable them to complete their education at Kirkwall Grammar School.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Housekeeping team at Papdale Halls of Residence for the above relief role.

We are seeking applications for a caring, conscientious person to join our committed team. Applicants will ideally have some experience in cleaning and be happy to work alongside children and young people.

You will be required to carry out a range of cleaning activities, follow specific cleaning schedules and maintain records such as temperature checks.

Duties include the use of powered cleaning equipment to ensure the premises are kept in a clean and hygienic condition.

Applicants should hold an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate or be able to achieve this within 6 months of appointment.

This post is subject to membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

Prospective applicants are invited to discuss the post by contacting Debbie Sclater, Registered Manager, or the Duty Senior House Parent on 01856 876060.

Closing Date: 23:59 on Sunday 6 July 2025

Please note that interview expenses are not payable for this post.