Salary: National Living Wage (£12.71 per hour / £9,940 per annum)
Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week (Monday - Friday, 06:15am - 09:15am)
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Arts University Plymouth, Tavistock Place, Plymouth, PL4 8AT
Closing date: Sunday 12 July 2026 at 11:59pm
We are looking for a reliable and experienced cleaner to join our dedicated housekeeping team at Arts University Plymouth. Youll become an integral part of our vibrant community, supporting both staff and students while helping maintain a welcoming and clean environment throughout our dynamic campus.
About The Role:
As a cleaner, you will play a key role in ensuring our campus is clean, safe, and inviting for students, staff, and visitors. Your contributions will directly enhance the overall experience for everyone who uses our facilities. You will be responsible for:
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness across campus buildings.
Using mechanical and electrical equipment, including wet and dry suction cleaners, scrubber dryers, and scrubber polishers, safely and effectively.
Adhering to health and safety regulations and safeguarding guidelines.
Ensuring the safe handling and use of cleaning products, in line with COSHH training.
Contributing to the creation of a safe and clean environment that supports teaching, learning, and working.
About You:
You will have:
Previous experience in general cleaning activities.
A strong awareness of health and safety procedures.
Practical skills in carrying out a variety of cleaning tasks, maintaining high cleanliness standards.
Numeracy skills and the ability to follow written instructions.
Basic IT skills, including the use of email and online fault reporting systems, or a willingness to learn.
A proactive attitude toward personal development, including participating in training to enhance your skills.
You will be able to:
Work independently or as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility.
Communicate effectively, both in person and via email, with strong customer care skills.
Be self-motivated and organised, managing your workload efficiently.
In return youll receive:
Holiday: 10.5 (FTE 25) days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and discretionary efficiency closure days
Pension: Enrolment onto a generous Local Government scheme subject to scheme eligibility with Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVCs)
Enhanced family leave: including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay and paid careers leave
Wellbeing resources:
Access to the UKs Leading Employee Assistance Programme including
Dedicated Quiet Spaces for reflection, prayer, or quiet contemplation
Flexible Working
Discounts: Additional benefits such as
For more information, including essential criteria please access the role profile using this link https://shorturl.at/nB2cB. To find out more about our award-winning independent arts university, what makes us special and why Plymouth provides a spectacular backdrop for our creative community; check out our working here pages www.aup.ac.uk/working-here.
Interviews are expected to take place on 22 July 2026.
How to Apply
To apply, please complete the online application form. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs in place of a completed application.
We encourage early applications, as the advert may close prior to the listed closing date due to high levels of interest. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact -
The successful candidate will be willing to contribute to our ambitions and international profile as an innovative, sustainable and broadly inclusive arts university.
Safeguarding and Compliance
Arts University Plymouth has a strong commitment to the safeguarding & welfare of young people & vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory DBS check, and you will be required to provide appropriate documentation as part of the onboarding process.
Right to Work
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Proof of Right to Work will be required before an offer of employment is made.
Inclusivity
We celebrate equality, diversity and difference, and welcome candidates from all communities, including applications from service people and their families as part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Redeployees
In the event that the University has employees eligible for redeployment at the time of shortlisting, for example due to the end of a fixed term contract, these candidates may be entitled to a priority interview.
