Residential Facilities

Location:  Other
Salary:   £21,761 Per annum
Full Time Permanent
Closing Date:  Monday 10 April 2023
Interview Date:   To be confirmed
Reference:  2132123FB-R

Residential Services at the University of Southampton offer accommodation to over 6000 students. In order to enhance and maintain the service offered to our diverse customers, we are recruiting for a domestic assistant position in Southampton.

The role will involve working individually or as a member of a team to deliver the cleaning of designated areas to ensure that they are kept in a safe, clean and hygienic condition. Some of the duties will include kitchen cleaning, sweeping, vacuuming and dusting. You should also be willing to undertake some manual handling, bending and reaching as part of your normal duties. 

The successful candidate will have a flexible and enthusiastic approach to work and enjoy working as part of a diverse and dynamic team. Communication skills and attention to detail is essential as this is a customer focused environment where we strive to provide the best service to our residents. 

The post available is for 36 hours per week Monday to Friday, on a salary of £21,761 pro-rata per annum. Some weekend working will be required in the summer for open days, student arrivals and departure periods. The University currently provides a non-contractual supplement to roles at this level to bring them in line with the Living Wage rate. University employees also benefit from 20 days annual leave (plus 6 University closure days), contributory Pension Scheme, supplied uniforms and a structured training scheme. 

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Application Procedure

The application deadline is midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need assistance, call Recruitment on  +44 (0) 23 8059 2750, or email recruitment@soton.ac.uk. Quote the advert reference on all correspondence.