Post Ref: CC888
Please note: Internal, at risk or redeployee applicants will be seen in the first instance
The offices are based outside of central Halifax. If you would like to discuss the role, hours of work or location in more detail, please contact Sarah Battle on 07813 354867. You may also be required to work at other locations as part of the wider Temporary Accommodation Service.
The Refuge aims to help women and children fleeing domestic abuse by providing them with temporary accommodation and assist clients to secure and move into their own accommodation supporting them in a holistic and trauma informed way and building partnerships with external agencies.
The purpose of the role is to maintain a high standard of environment, décor and cleanliness in the Council’s Refuge Service. The successful candidate will be responsible for thoroughly checking and cleaning all empty flats, replenishing any household items and changing/washing bed linen. The role also includes carrying out minor and simple repairs to flats and communal areas. You may also be expected to move and assemble furniture if needed as well as carry out weekly and monthly health and safety checks as required by the Council’s policies.
The successful candidate will have general health and safety knowledge and basic repair skills. You require good organisational and time management skills and experience of cleaning / manual handling. You will work as part of the wider team to ensure the smooth running of the service.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. Applicants to posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act will require a DBS from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
Closing Date: Thursday 9th July 2026
Interview Date: Monday 20th July 2026
This role is based in the UK. Home Office guidance states that candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment, either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa.
If you do not have the right to work in the UK, you must consider your own eligibility for sponsorship for a particular role through the Skilled Worker visa route before applying. To be eligible for sponsorship you'll usually need to be paid the standard salary rate of at least £41,700 per year (unless exceptions apply) and meet the other eligibility criteria. Ensure you are eligible before applying.
We may utilise digital interview methods.
As part of our Vision (https://www.calderdale.gov.uk/vision/) we aim to be a talented, resilient and inclusive community. We welcome applications from all and offer a variety of flexible working / job share opportunities.
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