Student Accommodation Cleaner


Company:	Hotelcare
Salary:	£13 to £14 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	CF24 1QE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Oct 2026
Closing date:	22 Nov 2026

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Summary

Responsible To: Line Manager

Direct Reports: 0

Key Relationships: Coworkers, Guests, and Line Manager

Hours of work: 0-40 hours per week / Available to work some weekends.

Company Overview:

HotelCare, the UK's foremost hotel support services provider, boasts over 30 years of experience serving up to 200 plus hotels nationwide. Offering premium staff and services, including cleaning over 10,000 rooms daily and catering to various sectors such as apartments, leisure facilities, public areas, and corporate offices, we collaborate with ICE UK and Abbe ltd to introduce sustainable cleaning solutions, reducing our carbon footprint while upholding quality service.

We offer a benefits package including

Up to 28 days paid holidays.

A permanent job with flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.

Standard working hours 25+ per week / Available hours may reduce during periods of low occupancy / Contracted hours can be negotiated and guaranteed.

Free Lunch on duty (site dependant).

Full on-site training.

Salary Finance with exclusive rates – access to loans or wage advances (available once probation is complete).

Career progression with the opportunity to undertake a HotelCare Apprenticeship.

Automatic Enrolment into a workplace pension, after 3 months’ service.

Recognition, incentives and awards.

Job Overview:

HotelCare are committed to excellence in all that we do and our Student Accommodation Cleaners play an important role in maintaining clean, hygienic and welcoming living environments for students. Working within student accommodation, you will be responsible for cleaning bedrooms, communal areas and shared facilities to ensure they are ready for students to move in or return to. This may include routine cleaning during the academic year, as well as deep cleaning and preparing accommodation during student changeover periods. You will be part of a supportive team, working efficiently and paying close attention to detail to maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation throughout the accommodation

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Clean student bedrooms and change bed linen where required.

Clean communal areas, including kitchens, bathrooms and corridors.

Dust furniture, vacuum carpets and mop floors.

Clean and sanitise surfaces, toilets, showers and mirrors.

Empty bins and dispose of rubbish correctly.

Carry out deep cleaning during student check-in and check-out periods.

Replenish cleaning supplies and report any damage or maintenance issues.

Follow cleaning procedures and health and safety guidelines.

Respect students' privacy and work well independently and as part of a team.

Person specification

Experience

Preferred Experience: Previous experience in a cleaning, housekeeping or similar role is desirable. Experience in student accommodation, hotels, residential buildings or other hospitality environments would be an advantage.

Skills and knowledge

Physical ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods.

The ability to work individually and as part of a team.

Strong time management skills.

Attention to detail.

Flexibility and willingness to learn.

A ‘Can Do’ attitude.

Adaptability to organisational needs.

Ability to prioritise and multi-task.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

A professional and respectful approach when working in student living environments.

Self-motivation and accountability.

The ability to work with discretion, respect privacy and handle personal belongings appropriately.

Ability to work under pressure and to follow instructions.

An understanding of health and safety requirements, including the safe use of cleaning products and equipment.

Flexibility

You may be required to work different and/or additional hours of work (from those to which you have been previously notified in respect of any period) and carry out additional reasonable tasks to meet the needs of the Company and their clients.

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