Job Description

Scout - House Keeping Team

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

Department: Accommodation, Catering, and Conferencing

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Oxford

Compensation: £28,972 - £29,596 / year

Description

We are looking for reliable, hardworking and detail-oriented Cleaners to join our Housekeeping team. We have the following positions:

30 Hours 08.00 - 14.30 Hours are inclusive of unpaid break

30 Hours 09.20 - 15.50 Hours are inclusive of unpaid break

39 Hours 07.00 – 15.30 Maternity cover fixed term 12 Months. Hours are inclusive of unpaid break

Please confirm on your application which post you are interested in.

The successful candidates will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation throughout the College, including student bedrooms, bathrooms, communal areas, offices and guest accommodation.

The role involves general cleaning duties such as vacuuming, dusting, polishing, sanitising surfaces, cleaning bathrooms and replenishing supplies, as well as preparing guest rooms by making beds, changing linen and towels, and ensuring rooms are clean, tidy and welcoming.

The ideal candidates will take pride in their work, have a positive and flexible approach, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Main duties

Please refer to the job description.

Person specification

Essential

• Experience of working in a cleaning function, maintaining excellent quality standards
• An ability to communicate well with all customers, with a good command of English
• An ability to work as part of a team
• Flexibility to cover for colleagues and take on various aspects of the cleaning role
• Able to demonstrate a reliable, trustworthy and conscientious approach along with the ability to work independently using your own initiative
• Capable of undertaking physical work which involves bending, lifting and climbing stairs

Desirable

• Previous experience of working as a cleaner within a team

Benefits

As well as becoming a valued member of our friendly community, and working in beautiful historic surroundings, we also offer the following benefits:

• Meals - A free meal is available when on duty and the kitchen is open.
• Holiday - A generous annual leave entitlement of 38 days per year (pro rata for part time posts), which includes all Bank and Public holidays.
• Pension - On joining the College you will be automatically enrolled into either the Oxford Staff Pension Scheme (“OSPS”) or University Superannuation Scheme, (“USS”) as applicable.
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access for you and your spouse/partner to a broad spectrum of services, including Health Management, Online and Face-to-Face Counselling, and Debt Management. Practical information and advice can also be accessed on all common topics, such as Consumer, Legal, Finance, Housing, Benefits, Family.
• Bus Ticket Loan - You may, on the completion of your probation period, be entitled to receive an interest-free loan to enable you to purchase an annual season ticket for travel by bus, with a discount of 5% on the overall cost.
• Personal Development - Staff are encouraged to develop both professionally and personally and the College supports employees to develop their skills and improve their performance throughout their time with the College.
• Family-friendly policies - The College has a range of family-friendly policies in place, including parental and family leave, and flexible working.
• Childcare Services - Open to University and College Staff and Students, the University owns a number of nurseries and has places at a number of Community nurseries which employees can apply for.
• Oxford University Discounts - College staff will receive a University card which provides the following discounts:
• Free entry to Oxford Colleges and libraries
• 10% discount in some University shops.
• Free access to the University Botanical Gardens and Harcourt Arboretum.
• Discounted computer software from the University Computing Service.
• Access to Sports Facilities and Punt Hire - Staff may use the College’s sports facilities and sign up for punt hire during the summer period for a small fee. Staff can also sign up for free to the University Club and use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates.
• Library - College staff have access to the Meyricke Library, open 24 hours a day.
• Eye Test/Glasses Reimbursement - a free eye test and a glasses contribution are offered for staff that are regularly display screen equipment (DSE) users and who have been advised they need glasses for DSE use.
• Flu Vaccinations - a yearly flu vaccination scheme where staff not otherwise eligible to receive a free vaccination can obtain one at the cost of the College.
• Staff Entertainment - The College arranges social events including coffee mornings, quiz nights, staff summer and Christmas party as well as a children’s Christmas party.
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (subject to earnings criteria) via Tusker.
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme – also recently launched provided by Green Commute initiative.
• Secure Bike Parking - bikes can be locked away securely on site.
• On site Gym.
• Multifaith Room – available for staff and students.
• Discounted Guest Rooms - Staff may book a guest room at Jesus College at a discounted rate, subject to availability and terms and conditions.