AddressHostels' Porter/Cleaner
Scale 2: Starting salary £27,711 per annum incl LW
1-Year Fixed Term Contrac t
About Us:
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. To deliver on these ambitions, we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are ‘connected by purpose,’ in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were develop for staff by staff; Equity, Ambition, Kindness, and Accountability. For more information, please have a look at our dedicated One Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.
About the Borough:
Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community.
With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Role
Do you have a proven experience of domestic or industrial cleaning?
If you can work well under pressure, be proactive and cope with demanding work environment.
We are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated people who have excellent cleaning standards, understanding of basic health and safety and can work well with other team members to maintain high standards of hostel temporary accommodation.
You must be physically fit as lifting and carrying is required, willing to travel within the borough and have a flexible, helpful approach. Training and protective clothing provided.
Our working Hours are: 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday and we work 35 hours per week.
You must be willing to travel within the borough and have a flexible, helpful approach. Training and protective clothing provided, if required.
If so, here is an opportunity to join our hostels team.
Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs
In addition, you will also be required to undertake a Cifas check. Further information about Cifas can be found here Cifas
To be considered for interview, your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:
Please upload your CV and supportive statement outlining how you meet the shortlisting criteria marked with ‘A’ on the person specification. Please give examples of from your work experience where possible.
For detailed qualifications and requirements, please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:
Job Description and Person Specification
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Gary Whiting (GWhiting@lambeth.gov.uk)
Recruitment Timelines:
Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 3 rd March 2024
Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us, you'll gain access to a range of benefits, including:
- Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnic, LGBTQ+, Disability, Young Professionals, and Women's.
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days, increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
- Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Hybrid Working.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
- Discounts at local restaurants.
- Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
- Learning and Development opportunities, including Apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
- Trade Union Membership.
How to Apply:
If you're interest in this opportunity, click on the apply button and complete an online application.
In your supporting statement, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an 'A' at shortlist stage. We operate an anonymised application process, so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.
At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations, please click here .
