Housekeeping Assistant
Who we are
YMCA Brunel Group is an independent, locally governed and managed charity operating in Mendip, Bath, Bristol, Wiltshire and South Somerset. We are part of the international YMCA movement. Our mission is to create supportive, inclusive and energising communities, where people can truly belong, contribute and thrive.
Our activities include:
Accommodation for over 700 people every year who are at risk of being homeless, who are on low incomes, experience barriers to work, or young people in need of high levels of support, who have often experienced trauma and difficult times in their lives. We don’t just provide a bed, we support people holistically and continually seek to help our residents gain the training, skills and confidence to lead independent lives.
A Health & Wellbeing centre in Bath, a community facility with a fully kitted out gym, functional fitness areas and extensive class programme.
Two commercial hostels in Bath and Bristol which help us cover our central costs.
Twelve youth clubs for young people aged 10-19, including 4 young carers groups, providing a space where they can have dedicated time to talk to trusted youth workers, access relevant information about issues that concern them, and develop their social networks.
Eight Ofsted registered Nurseries, providing spaces for up to 360 children where they are given opportunities and experiences that will set them up for their educational journeys and prepare them for their lives ahead.
What does the job entail?
To ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained throughout the hostel. We are looking for a Housekeeping Assistant to clean rooms, showers and toilets and make beds. The successful candidate will be working with a small team of duty managers, receptionists, housekeeping and maintenance staff.
What skills will the successful candidate need?
At least one year’s relevant housekeeping experience.
What we offer
Enhanced sick pay allowances and paid compassionate and emergency dependent leave.
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
YMCA employee advantages
20% discount off the costs of childcare at our childcare settings
YMCA Brunel Group is an inclusive organisation and the post requires a shared commitment to equality and diversity.
Location
YMCA Bath is a centrally located hostel which provides accommodation to school groups, backpackers, sporting groups and universities.
Hours
15 hours per week, includes Saturday and Sunday
10.00am to 1pm
Contract type
Permanent position, 6 months probationary period
Rate of Pay
£11 per hour plus annual leave
Click here to view the job description and person specification
If you would like to apply for any of our current vacancies you will need to fill out one of our application forms on line:
To know more about what YMCA Brunel do and to apply please visit our website:
https://ymca-bg.org/work-for-us/
YMCA Brunel Group is committed to follow safer recruitment guidelines and all candidates will have to demonstrate full employment history, give 2 good references and be DBS checked. In line with the requirements of the Asylum & Immigration Act 1996, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.
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Housekeeping Assistant
Salary:
£11 per hour
Hours:
15 hours per week, includes Saturday and Sunday, 10.00am to 1pm
Contract Type:
Permanent
Location:
YMCA Bath
Close Date:
Wednesday, 9 August 2023
Email Contact: