Cleaner

We are looking for a full time cleaner to join us at the University Library. The main University Library is based on West Road but consists of a number of affiliated and departmental libraries across Cambridge. 

You will be working as part of a team carrying out cleaning and various other duties to a high standard in order to maintain and enhance the working environment. No prior specialist training is required. However, it is essential that the role holder is able to clean to a high standard and has a willingness to be trained on the job.

The vacancy will be predominantly based at the University Library, West Road, whilst sickness and holiday cover will be required at the Betty and Gordon Moore library, Wilberforce Road

You will have a good attention to detail and take pride in your work. You will preferably have experience of cleaning (offices, public areas), and be able to prioritise your workload with minimal supervision. The ability to work cooperatively as part of a team and good communication skills are essential.

You will also have access to the University of Cambridge benefits (such as shopping discounts) and initiatives and policies (wellbeing initiatives, family-friendly policies, various staff networks).

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a security check.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements. 

We particularly welcome applications from women and candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are currently under-represented at this level in our department.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the apply button above.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Craig Laurence, tel. number: 01223 (3)31893, cal54@cam.ac.uk

The closing date for applications is Sunday 3 December 2023 with interviews expected to be held on Monday 11 December 2023.

Please quote reference VE39463 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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