Housekeeper & Maintenance Support Operative

Job Title: Housekeeper / Maintenance Support Operative
Location: Leeds
Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Contract: Temporary, 3 months, with potential for extension or permanent role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Housekeeper / Maintenance Operative to support a 407-bed student accommodation site in Leeds.

This role is primarily focused on housekeeping duties, ensuring all communal areas are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and presentation. You will also provide occasional support to the site Caretaker with basic maintenance tasks.

Housekeeping Duties:

• Cleaning and maintaining communal areas within a large student accommodation site
• Cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, shared living spaces, gym, and cinema room
• Maintaining cleanliness of roof terraces and other shared areas
• Ensuring high standards of hygiene, safety, and presentation
• Reporting any maintenance or health & safety issues promptly

Assisting the Caretaker with basic maintenance tasks, including:

• Painting and touch-up work
• Changing spotlights and light fittings
• Unblocking drains
• General site upkeep and minor repairs

Experience:

• Previous experience in cleaning, housekeeping, or facilities work desirable
• Practical, hands-on approach to tasks
• Basic DIY or maintenance skills an advantage
• Able to work independently and manage workload
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-focused
• Comfortable working in a busy student accommodation environment