Reference number:

FM1805 – 3644 

Closing Date:

17/05/2018 

Salary:

Band 1 Point 2: £8.27 per hour (plus holiday pay) with opportunity to progress to £8.38 per hour  

Department:

Facilities 

Hours

Part time*

Start

As soon as possible  

Duration:

Permanent 

Responsible to:

Cleaning Supervisor and Cleaning Manager  

Responsible for:

N/A 

Interview date:

To be confirmed 

Overview

The Cleaning Team is part of Campus Services located within the Facilities Department, and is responsible for the cleaning of all University sites and University managed facilities.

The post holder will be allocated to work at a particular University site, but may be required to work at any of the university sites, depending on service need.

The Cleaning Team have been awarded Centre Status for BICSc, (British Institute Cleaning Science) which enables in house training to a national standard. Cleaners not already BICSc qualified must attend the necessary training on appointment in order to gain the qualification.

In the supporting statement of your application form please give evidence to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification; you are advised to address each item on the person specification in turn and give specific examples of activities you have undertaken.

*Hours of work:

2 positions available for 25 hours a week:

Monday to Friday 2pm to 7pm

1 position available for 12 hours a week:

Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 7am to 10am

Please state on your application form which of the above positions you would like to be considered for.

Background

We strive to be an outstanding university at which to be both a student and a member of staff. We have a national reputation as a very friendly community, where both staff and students feel genuinely valued and empowered to make a meaningful contribution. We are one of the fastest growing universities in the UK. We are now a community of over 10,000 students and 1,000 staff members, drawn from over 60 countries and a wide variety of disciplines; we are a major employer in the region.

We are committed to offering our staff the creative combination of challenge, opportunity and support which is needed to grow personally and professionally. Having the best people work at the University is central to the University’s on-going and future success. We offer you a comprehensive induction, extensive staff development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including generous holiday allowance, pension scheme and access to excellent facilities. Staff can also access the University’s wide array of sports, educational and leisure facilities.

The Henwick Grove site in St Johns is located close to the city centre in Worcester and is within 43 acres. It is characterised by relatively low-density development with non-residential and residential buildings of a range of ages and designs. There are extensive playing fields and the campus is attractively landscaped. The residential student Halls provides 789 bed spaces.

The second site in the City Centre is the former Worcester Royal Infirmary, which is vacant following the relocation of the hospital. The site has an area of 22 hectares, is within walking distance of the St Johns site at Henwick Grove and has potential for a mixed use development and currently has student Halls providing 176 bed spaces.

The University also have a number of satellite sites ranging from a sports arena and sports fields to accommodation.
Campus Services are based within the Facilities Department, which covers a wide range of services within the University of Worcester, including Halls of Residence, Cleaning, Estates, Porters, Grounds, Reception, Commercial bookings and Catering. We also work very closely with Student Services supporting the University Community Development Workers.

Students living and studying on campus come from a range of backgrounds, cultures and communities and the primary task of the Facilities department is to ensure all University of Worcester students live in a harmonious, secure, tolerant and respectful environment conducive to learning and personal development.

The Worcester Arena (12 court venue) compliments the University St John’s Campus Sports Centre with 6 court hall, fitness centre, full size sand filled and 3G astro turfs, the McClelland Centre, the Riverside Centre, Batttenhall Playing Fields, and The Moors Playing Field. Run in conjunction with the Institute of Sport and Exercise Science, the Sport Facilities Management Team cater for the recreational and sport demands of the academic programme; Student Union sport and British Universities Colleges Sport (BUCS), and Community sport and leisure activities. The Sports Facility Management staff play a key role in creating, supporting and developing the numerous ISES partnerships and networks.

Main duties

1. To ensure that a high level of cleanliness is maintained throughout the University on a daily basis.

2. To be responsible for an area or areas of the University and to clean to the frequency and standards set out in the area/s you are responsible for (allocated areas may change depending on service requirements).

3. To ensure cleaning standards and procedures are adhered to.

4. To use cleaning materials appropriately as instructed, using them economically and informing the Line Manager when stocks are low.

5. To ensure that tools and equipment are in good working order, reporting any faults to the Line Manager.

6. To empty and clean bins and remove waste to the designated area, including the separation of waste, i.e. recycling.

7. To clean internal glass and internal and external door glass, where practicable ensuring windows and doors are closed and lights switched off.

8. To clean as required toilet areas, floors and stairways.

9. To report to the Line Manager any defects seen which are likely to affect security i.e. broken/cracked window, etc.

10. To use electrical and mechanical equipment, floor polishers, steam cleaners, etc. after appropriate training. An element of high level cleaning will be required.

11. To use only approved cleaning materials in accordance with manufacturer printed instructions and COSHH regulations.

12. To be aware of your responsibilities for Health & Safety including that of others and follow relevant instruction/guidance.

13. To be committed to BICSc and attend the necessary training, as required.

*Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job; participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff in their development and training.
*Take steps to ensure and enhance personal health, safety and well being and that of other staff and students.
*Carry out these duties in a manner that promotes equality of opportunity and supports diversity and inclusion, and takes into account the University’s commitment to environmentally sustainable ways of working.

Person Specification

In the supporting statement of your application form please give evidence to demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification; you are advised to address each item on the person specification in turn and give specific examples of activities you have undertaken.

Essential

1. Relevant cleaning experience.

2. Commitment to achieving high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

3. Ability to be flexible to the changing demands of the post.

4. Must be punctual and reliable.

5. Willing to undertake any training relevant to the role including committing to training towards a BICSc qualification.

6. Must be trustworthy, maintaining confidentiality at all times in respect of University matters and to prevent disclosure of confidential and sensitive information.

7. Ability to manage time effectively, including effective use of initiative.

8. Ability to work without supervision, as well as part of a team.

9. Good interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing a high level of Customer Service.

Physical requirements:
This job involves walking, climbing stairs, use of floor cleaning equipment and some light lifting for which a suitable level of physical fitness is required.

Desirable

1. Front of house experience in a similar Customer focused environment.

2. Current First Aid Certificate.

3. BICSc qualification.

Applications from Non EEA Workers: Prospective applicants are advised to ensure that they are eligible to work in the UK without restriction.
Further details can be found at the Home Office UK Border agency website at http://www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/
and the points based calculator can be found at www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/pointscalculator
Unspent convictions, cautions and bind-overs

The University is strongly committed to the fair treatment of its staff and potential staff, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, responsibility for dependants, age, physical/mental disability or offending background.

In line with the University’s policy on the Recruitment of People with a Criminal Record, shortlisted candidates are required to provide information of any unspent convictions,
cautions and bind-overs. Applicants are advised to seek independent advice if there is any doubt about the status of a previous conviction, caution or bind-over.
Disclosures will only be considered at the point when an offer of employment is made. The existence of a criminal record will not in itself prevent you from gaining employment.

This is a description of the job as it is presently constituted. This job description is intended to enable a flexible approach to be offered working across the University as required.
It is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing needs of the University and to provide appropriate development opportunities. Members of staff are expected to participate fully in
discussions about changing requirements and it is the University’s aim to reach agreement to reasonable change. If agreement is not possible, it reserves the right to require changes to the job description
after consultation with the individual concerned.