Housekeeper/Domestic Cleaner

• Day Shifts: 06:45 – 13:30 Monday, Wednesday, Friday. 06:45 – 08:45 Tuesday & Thursday
• 24.25 hours per week / Permanent
• Gross annual salary circa £15,397
• Access to contributory pension scheme
• Competitive Holiday package
• Reporting to the Head Housekeeper and responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across residential, teaching and office spaces.
• Desirable knowledge: Computer literacy, basic first aid.

Location: Durham (Shoichi Hall, Etsuko Hall, Lafcadio Hearn Cultural Centre and all other Teikyo University of Japan in Durham (TUID) sites)

Responsible to: Bursar, through the Head Housekeeper

Specific responsibilities

• Cleaning and maintaining Halls of Residence, classrooms, offices, communal areas and facilities to a consistently high standard;
• Ensuring that all areas are cleaned in accordance with agreed schedules, checklists and health & safety requirements;
• Vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, dusting, sanitising and replenishing consumables where required;
• Reporting, recording and escalating any maintenance issues, damages or health & safety concerns identified during cleaning duties;
• Working respectfully and professionally within student accommodation, ensuring student welfare, privacy and cultural awareness at all times;
• Using cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and in accordance with COSHH regulations and training;
• Ensuring cleaning stores, cupboards and equipment are kept secure, tidy and well organised;
• Supporting ad-hoc cleaning requirements during student arrivals, departures, events and inspections;
• Working flexibly to cover occasional sickness or leave within the housekeeping team as required.

Essential attributes

• A reliable, conscientious and professional approach to work;
• Previous cleaning or domestic experience (institutional or commercial preferred);
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team;
• An understanding of health & safety and hygiene standards;
• A positive attitude and interest in supporting student welfare;
• Flexibility to support operational requirements of a residential educational environment.

To apply: please send your CV and letter of application to the Head Housekeeper (Mrs. Karen Thompson) on k.d.thompson@durham.ac.uk by 20th February 2026.

Please note, this post is employed directly by Teikyo University of Japan in Durham. Applications made to this portal will not be considered.