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Department of Earth Sciences, Downing Street, Cambridge

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Cleaner

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18 May 2026

Location

Department of Earth Sciences, Downing Street, Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Full-time

Required Qualifications

High standard of cleanliness
Flexible attitude
Common sense
Team player
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Cleaner

An opportunity has arisen for a full-time cleaner to join our dedicated team in the Department of Earth Sciences. We are looking for someone who is happy to work as part of a team, and who can demonstrate a flexible and friendly attitude to work. Duties mainly involve, but are not limited to, cleaning offices, corridors, staircases, toilets, laboratories and lecture theatres. Applicants should have a proven ability to maintain a high standard of cleanliness, a flexible attitude, common sense and enjoy working as part of a team.

The person appointed will mainly be based at the Department of Earth Sciences on Downing Street but will be expected to provide cover from time to time at the Department of Earth Sciences buildings on the Madingley Road site, and the temporary offices on the New Museum Site until 30th June 2026.

Further information about the role can be found in the Further Particulars for the post.
Please nominate contactable referees only.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Informal enquiries regarding the position can be directed to Chris Parish, on crp20@cam.ac.uk

We hope to hold interviews during w/c 01 June 2026.

Please quote reference LB49491 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🧹What are the main duties of the Cleaner role at University of Cambridge?

The role involves cleaning offices, corridors, staircases, toilets, laboratories, and lecture theatres to a high standard. You will mainly work at the Department of Earth Sciences on Downing Street, with occasional cover at Madingley Road site and New Museum Site until 30 June 2026. Explore more administration jobs or higher ed admin roles for similar opportunities.

✅What qualifications and skills are required for this Cleaner position?

No formal qualifications are listed, but you need a proven ability to maintain a high standard of cleanliness, a flexible attitude, common sense, and enjoyment of team work. A friendly attitude is essential. Successful candidates undergo a health assessment post-offer. Check higher ed career advice for tips on building these skills.

📍Where will the Cleaner be based and is travel required?

Primarily at Department of Earth Sciences, Downing Street, Cambridge, with occasional cover at Madingley Road site and New Museum Site until 30 June 2026. Flexibility for site coverage is key. View university jobs in Cambridge for location-specific searches.

📝How do I apply for the Cleaner job and what is the deadline?

Click 'Apply' to register with the University of Cambridge recruitment system and submit online. Quote reference LB49491. Deadline is 18 May 2026. Provide contactable referees. Interviews w/c 01 June 2026. Informal enquiries to crp20@cam.ac.uk. See free resume template and cover letter template for application prep.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available for this Cleaner role?

The University of Cambridge requires all employees to be eligible to live and work in the UK. No visa sponsorship is mentioned. Confirm UK work eligibility. Learn about higher ed jobs requirements.

🔄What next steps after applying for the Cleaner position?

Post-application, expect interviews during w/c 01 June 2026. Offer includes health assessment. The University supports equality, diversity and inclusion. Reference Further Particulars PDF for full details. Browse administration jobs for backups.
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