Job Title: Housekeeper

Salary: £26,403 to £26,824 (Pro-rated equivalent £21,408 to £21,749)

Hours: 30 hours per week

Location: Keswick

Contract: Permanent

About this opportunity

Are you ready to join a dynamic team that helps people of all ages and backgrounds experience the benefits of outdoor learning and adventure? Cumbria Outdoors is a thriving service within Traded Services, offering a wide range of outdoor activities and residential opportunities across three fantastic sites.

As part of our team, you’ll help organise and deliver efficient housekeeping services that meet Cumberland Council and Cumbria Outdoors' high standards. Working closely with the Housekeeping Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining a welcoming, safe, and clean environment for all our guests.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the planning and delivering of housekeeping services, which involves cooking, catering and cleaning, to ensure a seamless experience for all visitors.
• Ensure all services comply with legislative requirements, including health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Gather and act on customer feedback to continually improve service delivery.
• Manage resources effectively, including stock control, ordering food, and consumable supplies from approved suppliers.
• Support service needs by working flexibly, including weekends and public holidays, as required.

This role is available on a permanent basis.

Why join us?

• Relocation package available – We know moving for a role is a big decision, so we’re here to make it easier. Support is available to help you settle into your new home and community.
• A lifestyle you won’t find elsewhere – Living and working in Cumbria offers the best of both worlds. You’ll have a fulfilling and rewarding career while being surrounded by stunning landscapes, from the world-famous Lake District National Park to unspoilt coastlines and vibrant market towns. Whether you enjoy hiking, water sports, cycling, or simply relaxing in a picturesque setting, Cumbria provides an outstanding quality of life.
• Supportive environment – You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, compassion, and innovation. We focus on potential over perfection, giving you opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Lesley Dakers by email at lesley.dakers@cumbria.gov.uk

DBS Checks

Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check.

Please note this role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: Rolling Advert
• Interview date: TBC

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please read the supporting information:

• Post Specification

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council

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