Cleaners (UP West – Weekend Posts) (Part Time)

Company: University of Nottingham
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Location: Nottingham
Job Description:

Salary

£25,353 to £26,379 per annum based on a 36.25‑hour contract / pro rata if applicable. Posts are initially offered at the minimum salary point £13.45 per hour, with progression to the higher salary point, £13.99 per hour through annual incremental pay rise.

Area

Domestic Services

Location

University Park

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Reference

NHE1495226

Your role as a Cleaner

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and hardworking people who have a keen eye for detail, take pride in their work and enjoy cleaning in a variety of areas. They will join our team of cleaners at the University Park West Team.

Based at either Portland Building or Hallward Library, with potential to move between other buildings within the University Park Campus, main duties will include cleaning a wide range of areas and providing general and specialised cleaning within the buildings. Duties include general cleaning of library areas, retail outlets, toilets, communal areas, corridors, stairwells, etc. The role requires frequent lifting above 10 kg and moving a range of heavy items; lifting aids and full training will be provided.

Previous cleaning experience in a similar environment is desirable but not essential.

Positions Available

  • Weekend Post 1: 6 hours per week (2 days of 7 hrs, mainly Saturday and Sunday), 6 am – 9 am. Flexibility required. Permanent basis on rolling 52‑week contract with 15 % pay uplift for weekend hours.
  • Weekend Post 2: 8 hours per week (2 days of 7 hrs, mainly Saturday and Sunday), 6 am – 10 am. Flexibility required. Permanent basis on rolling 52‑week contract with 15 % pay uplift for weekend hours.

What we offer

  • 27 days holiday allowance (pro rata for weekend staff), plus university closure days and bank holidays.
  • Employee Assistance Programme/Counselling Service – 24/7 support.
  • Uniform provided plus the tools you need.
  • Commitment to staff development, training, support and career progression opportunities.
  • Reward scheme with bonuses for excellent work.
  • Access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes, and more.

Additional Information

Successful candidates will attend induction training courses run each month, Monday to Friday, at University Park Campus.

Interviews are informal and will take no longer than 20 minutes.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds

Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community. We welcome people of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs. We are committed to diversity and inclusion.

Contact

Estates Recruitment: bw-estatesrecruit@exmail.nottingham.ac.uk

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Posted: June 4th, 2026