Salary £25,774
Location Edinburgh
This is a permanent, full time vacancy that will close in 12 days at 23:59 BST.
The Vacancy
Working pattern is Monday to Friday 05:30am – 13:00pm (includes 30 mins unpaid lunch)
Location - Edinburgh (George IV Bridge, Causewayside or Lawnmarket buildings)
Our cleaning team plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of both our public and back of house areas. This hands-on role involves a variety of physical tasks, including bending, lifting, operating cleaning equipment, and working at height using ladders. To be successful in this role, you will have at least 6 months' experience in a cleaning or similar position.
You'll be a great fit for this role if you:
Enjoy being active and working in a physical role
Thrive in early morning shifts
Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation
Have a positive, reliable, and hardworking attitude
What we can offer you:
If you are successful, you will be working for one of Scotland’s premier cultural institutions, a library that holds the nation’s memory in its vast collections. We’ll provide you with training and development opportunities. We have generous annual leave and offer a pension scheme. And of course, you’ll join a team of great colleagues.
The closing date for applications is 16 August 2026. Interviews will be held on 1 September 2026 at our Lawnmarket building.
The National Library of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland preserves the memory of the nation with collections that span the centuries, from the earliest times to the digital age. Our collections document the influence of Scots at home and abroad, while reflecting the ideas and cultures of the world. They cover all aspects of human endeavour in multiple formats, including books, manuscripts, archives, websites, maps, music, moving image and sound.
We support education, research, business and innovation and our work enhances the reputation of Scotland as a country with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant future. We are committed to providing easy access to our physical and digital collections and delivering services that are open and available to all. It is a place for inspiration, exploration and enjoyment, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
There are around 320 of us working at the Library who all contribute in different ways, whether welcoming our visitors, planning our events and exhibitions, developing and caring for our collections or looking after our buildings and people.
The Benefits
Flexible Working
Family Friendly
Civil Service Pension Scheme
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Health and Wellbeing
Discounts and Free Entry
Generous Annual Leave
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