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The key accountabilities include weekly cleaning of communal areas (dusting, wiping, descaling, vacuuming, mopping) and student kitchen checks. Responsibilities also involve end-of-tenancy deep cleans, using cleaning machinery, and cleaning up spills. The role requires servicing conference rooms, moving furniture and soft furnishings, room packing, inventory completion, stock monitoring, and assisting contractors. Ensuring safe storage of cleaning materials and adherence to the COSHH register is essential. Working closely with the Derwent FM team, reporting issues, and taking initiative are key. General responsibilities include attending training, maintaining housekeeping and safety, fostering good relationships, complying with company policies, and sharing process improvements. 

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The role requires experience in a similar environment, with the safe use of cleaning equipment, chemicals, and machinery, ideally trained to BICS Standards or equivalent NVQ Levels 1 or 2. Essential skills include good communication, the ability to follow instructions, use technology effectively, and a customer-focused attitude. The candidate should be proactive, capable of working independently, completing tasks to a high standard within agreed timescales, and knowledgeable about Health & Safety and COSHH regulations. Self-motivation, organisation, and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team are crucial.  

Desirable qualifications include experience with an accommodation provider, NVQ cleaning qualification, Key Skills Level 2 in English and Maths, Manual Handling and Customer Service Training, knowledge of stock control procedures, and an understanding of working in multi-occupancy buildings like hotels or schools. 

Benefits   

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.    

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:    

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly    

• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%   

• Excellent holiday package – 22 days annual leave + Bank Holidays with the option to buy or sell leave   

• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year   

• A bonus scheme up to at 2% 

• Training and development   

• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.  

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team recruitment@placesforpeople.co.uk 

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on skillsemployment@placesforpeople.co.uk.

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

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