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Cleaner (Part Time)


Would you like to join a friendly and busy department? The Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience (PDN) is looking for a cleaner to join our team providing an efficient and reliable service to our buildings located in central Cambridge.

Our small team of cleaners make essential contributions to our community. You will work as part of the team providing a high standard of cleaning in all areas. Duties will include washing of scientific glassware, cleaning research and teaching laboratories, lecture theatres, offices, corridors, stairways and toilets.

No formal qualifications are required as training will be provided, however NVQ Level 1 Cleaning and Support Services Skills would be advantageous. Experience of laboratory and/or office cleaning would be beneficial. Good communication skills are essential as is the ability to follow written and verbal instructions from supervisors. A willingness to be flexible in approach and reliability are essential.

For this position, the University Real Living Wage (RLW) supplement applies, which sets the minimum rate of pay at £12 per hour.

The position is offered on a permanent, part-time basis (25 hours per week). The hours of work are flexible, between 7am and 4pm.

For more information about this post, please contact Katie Conran, Facilities and Operations Manager kc662@cam.ac.uk.

Apply:

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

On the online form, in the suitability for the role section, you should explain the reasons for your application and how your knowledge, skills and experience match the requirements of the role. The full contact details for two professional referees should be provided; please note that we will assume that you are happy for us to approach your referees at any stage, unless you indicate otherwise in the space provided on the form.

If you are unable to use the online system for your application, please contact Tracey Flack, pdnhr@pdn.cam.ac.uk.

The closing date for applications is midnight on 22 September 2024. Interviews will take place shortly after the closing date.

Please quote reference PM43143 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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