Job Description:
Latest job information from Surrey County Council for the position of Housekeeping Assistant. If the Housekeeping Assistant vacancy in Guildford matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.
Please note that applying for a job may not always be easy, as new candidates must meet certain qualifications and requirements set by the company. We hope the career opportunity at Surrey County Council for the position of Housekeeping Assistant below matches your qualifications.
Our Offer to You
- 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
- Optionto buy up to 10 days ofadditionalannual leave
- A generous local government salary related pension
- Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
- Paternity,adoptionand dependents leave
- An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
- Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
- Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
- A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents
About The Role
As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a vital role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness across our yurt accommodation in our centre, ensuring our guests enjoy a safe, comfortable, and positive environment during their stay. Your work will directly contribute to the overall experience of the children, schools, and groups who visit us.
SOLD delivers high-quality outdoor learning programmes that inspire and develop young people. Our centres provide memorable residential experiences, and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment is important to the overall high-quality experience of our visitors. To find out more about what we do, please visit our website: Surrey Outdoor Learning & Development.
Your Application
In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills and align with our behaviours:
- Attention to detail and high cleaning standards
- Ability to work independently
- A positive 'can do' attitude
- Punctual and reliable
To apply, we request that you submit a CV and you will be asked the following 3 questions:
- Why does this job appeal to you?
- What skills can you bring to the role?
- What is your availability?
Before submitting your application, we recommend you read the job description and our Life at Surrey handbook to get an insight into working at Surrey.
An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.
Contact Us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. For an informal discussion please contact Robin Ridsdale by e‑mail at to arrange a convenient time or you can call to leave a message.
We will be reviewing applications as they are received and contacting applicants to arrange an interview. Please complete all parts of the application.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs.
This role has a starting salary of £14.88 per hour (comprising £12.89 per hour pay + £1.99 holiday entitlement).
We are delighted to be recruiting Bank Housekeeping Assistants to join our welcoming team at Surrey Outdoor Learning and Development (SOLD).
This role is located at Henley Fort Outdoor Centre, The Mount, Guildford, Surrey. GU2 4RH. Please note that Henley Fort is in a rural location, so applicants should consider transport arrangements before applying.
We have shifts available generally mid week, 10am -2pm. (Flexibility depending on group needs).
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Job Info:
- Company: Surrey County Council
- Position: Housekeeping Assistant
- Work Location: Guildford
- Country: AU
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