Domestic Support Assistant

About the University of Sunderland

The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 19 countries. We're proud to be a top 50 UK university (Guardian University Guide 2024), with top-quality facilities, inclusive culture, and our vibrant, ever-changing city.

About the role

If you have a passion for cleaning and want to work as part of a friendly team, this could be the last job you ever look for. Many of the staff will tell you, the University of Sunderland is a great place to work.

We are looking for someone to join our team to help deliver a first-class service to students and staff across the campus and have the following vacancy available

1 x 15hrs Monday - Friday 1400-1700

What you can bring

We are looking for individuals who are keen to provide an excellent service to customers. You will be responsible for ensuring cleaning standards are maintained in an allocated area. Whilst cleaning experience is preferred it is not essential as you will be fully trained in all aspects of the role.

What we can offer you

Our University is not just a place of academic excellence, but also a community that embraces inclusivity and support. We value our staff and offer a rewarding package that goes beyond just salary. At the University of Sunderland, we prioritise not only your professional growth but also your happiness and well-being.

• Enjoy a generous annual leave entitlement of 31 days, along with an additional 5 closure days over the Christmas break and 8 Bank Holidays.
• Enrolment into our pension scheme, ensuring your financial security for the future.
• Access to our “My Lifestyle Benefits Platform”, where you can enjoy online discounts at hundreds of retailers every day. Plus, take advantage of exclusive schemes that allow you to purchase a new car, bike, or technology at a discounted rate.
• Your health and well-being are important to us. That's why we provide access to discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans, and guidance on financial well-being.
• Maintaining an active lifestyle is made easy with discounted membership for CitySpace Fitness, our state-of-the-art facility for sports and social activities.

Equality, diversity & inclusion

We strongly believe that an inclusive university, where a diverse range of individuals feel valued and have equal opportunity to get into work and reach their potential, is good for our staff, students, university, and society.

Our work on equality, diversity and inclusivity has never been more important. We believe inclusivity is an essential value at the heart of what we do, and we want all our staff to be part of that journey with us.

Our recent staff survey conducted in 2023 showed that 97% of our staff believed that we were committed to achieving an inclusive university.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 4^th December (23.59 GMT).

For further information about this role please contact Vicki Allman on [email protected]

Closing Date: 04 Dec 2024

Team: Support

Salary: £22,971 to £24,342