Casual Summer Scout (Cleaner)

Description

Are you looking for a summer job and able to work a variety of days, ideally Friday through to Tuesday, between July and end of September We are looking to recruit 4 energetic and customer focused casual staff to work alongside our friendly Housekeeping team, to provide additional help during our very busy summer conference period. Full training will be given You will have good listening skills, ability to take direction, be able to work as part of team.

If shortlisted, you will be invited in for a short interview. The post will remain open until the required number of casual staff have been recruited.

You must have Right to Work in the UK to be eligible for this role.

We hope that selected candidates will be able to start from the beginning of July.

Key Responsibilities

Scouts are responsible for providing a consistently high standard of cleaning service to all who use the College facilities This is not an exhaustive list of cleaning tasks but examples of tasks include to:

• Re-stock toiletries, change bed linen and towels and empty bins.
• Clean kitchen areas, inside microwaves, wipe any spillages/splashes on tiles, walls, cupboard fronts, inside oven and inside fridges, scrub and de-scale baths, tiles and showerheads, clean basins, plugholes, toilets, shower cubicles, around light switches and door handles, vacuum and mop floor.
• Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, teaching rooms and corridor/stairwells.
• Report any defective lighting, plumbing or heating problems to Maintenance. To report any broken equipment such as vacuum cleaners.
• Clean stairwells and remove cobwebs.
• Ensure that all cleaning equipment is kept in good working order and to carry out tasks such as to empty vacuum bags and clean filters. To leave all mop heads, washing cloths and dusters in the locker room so that they can be taken to the laundry room for washing.

Additional information:

• Directions on safe working methods must be followed.
• Compliance with safe working practices and all Health and Safety regulations and COSHH is essential.
• Adhere to the correct procedures according to COSHH regulations when using approved chemicals.
• To wear the uniform provided and any protective clothing supplied and follow directions on safe working methods; ensuring that uniform is clean, tidy and well maintained.
• To demonstrate flexibility and work within the team, providing support to colleagues and liaising with colleagues in other departments as required.
• To be familiar with, and work in accordance with, all College’s policies and procedures
• The post holder will be expected to undertake any other duties or tasks as reasonably directed or requested by the Head Housekeeper or Accommodation Manager.
• To be responsible for the security of the College when on duty, remaining vigilant at all times, ensuring that anyone who is not recognised is politely challenged.
• To observe the Fire Regulations and follow the evacuation procedures when necessary.
• To be ready to start work, in uniform, at the time stated on the rota.
• Eligible for a free meal when the kitchen is open.

Hours of Work

Shifts will be offered on an ad hoc basis and agreed upon in advance. While we are unable to guarantee a set number of hours each week, a minimum and maximum range will be established. You may choose to accept or decline work based on your availability; however, we expect you to provide sufficient notice to your direct line manager if you are unable to attend a scheduled shift.

You will usually be expected to start work at 7:00 am.

The College Housekeeping team start at 7:00 am and end at 2:00 pm. They work 5 out of 7 days during the summer months

Rates of Pay

Rates of pay are inclusive of holiday pay, and according to age as follows -

Under 18s: £9.38 per hour
Under 21 years of age (up to and including age 20): £12.16 per hour
21+: £14.24 per hour

About Brasenose College

Recruitment Monitoring: This post is subject to recruitment monitoring to ensure that the selection process is consistent with the law and the College’s Equality and Diversity Policy and Code of Practice. You are asked to complete the Recruitment Monitoring Form which is completed through the online application process. The information supplied on the form will play no part in the selection process and will not be seen by any members of the shortlisting panel.

Data Protection: All data supplied by applicants will be used only for the purposes of determining their suitability for the post and will be held in accordance with the principles of the General Data Protection Act 2018. In accordance with the GDPR regulations 2018 please see the relevant privacy notice on the website.
https://www.bnc.ox.ac.uk/policies/privacy/

Brasenose College is an equal opportunities employer.

About Us: Founded in 1509 and located centrally in beautiful Radcliffe Square, Brasenose College stands as a distinguished institution at the heart of Oxford's rich academic history. Over the centuries, we have evolved into a beacon of intellectual prowess, consistently upholding a tradition of academic excellence. Brasenose College boasts a vibrant community of students and alumni, creating a network that stretches far beyond the halls of the College. Our influence resonates globally, with scholars and professionals alike contributing to various fields around the world.

We are a medium sized college with around 370 undergraduates, 210 graduate students and 130 support staff. Outside of the three 10-week terms, during Easter and summer, the College is exceptionally busy hosting international conferences and Bed and Breakfast guests.