Housekeeping Team Member

About Unite Students

Unite Group creates supportive student accommodation environments under the brands Unite Students and Hello Student, dedicated to enabling student success. This position serves the Unite Students or Hello Student brand.

Role Overview

Based in Bournemouth, this permanent Housekeeping Team Member role is pivotal in sustaining a clean, safe, and welcoming atmosphere where students can flourish. Working 20 hours weekly across four days between 7am and 10pm, you will collaborate closely with student experience and facilities teams to uphold excellent standards in shared student spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and presentation of communal areas to foster an appealing living environment for students.
• Act as a friendly and supportive presence for both students and colleagues, assisting or guiding towards help when needed.
• Prioritize safety and environmental sustainability in daily tasks by ensuring properties are secure, clean, and eco-conscious.
• Take initiative in monitoring communal spaces, addressing or reporting concerns without delay.

Candidate Profile

We value mindset and enthusiasm over conventional career routes. This role suits those curious, eager to learn, and motivated to impact positively, whether resolving issues, facilitating change, or supporting students daily.

Essential Qualifications and Attributes

• Previous housekeeping experience with a commitment to high cleanliness and presentation standards.
• Strong attention to detail and dedication to excellent service delivery.
• A positive, flexible attitude willing to engage in a variety of duties.
• Approachable and personable, able to build constructive relationships with students and team members.
• Team-oriented, contributing to a hospitable and well-maintained environment.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at £13,988.26 with additional bonus opportunities and benefits.
• Performance-related bonuses awarded semi-annually for operational staff.
• 25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to purchase up to 5 extra days and accrue up to 5 additional days for long service.
• Generous pension scheme with contributions ranging from 4% to 11% based on individual savings.
• Life insurance valued at four times your annual salary.
• Access to a share save scheme allowing discounted purchase of company shares.
• Enhanced family leave entitlements including up to 18 weeks full pay for birthing parents and 4 weeks for non-birthing parents.
• Medicash health cash plan to reclaim costs on routine medical services like dental and optical care.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for comprehensive support whenever required.
• One paid volunteer day annually to contribute to community causes.
• Discounts on retail and hospitality services through an online platform.
• Special 20% student rent discount at direct let properties available for your dependents.
• Extensive training and development programs to prepare and progress your career.

Additional Notes

The role demands pride in your work, accountability for communal spaces, and a commitment to shaping vibrant student communities. This is an opportunity to grow within a values-driven company that supports your authentic self and long-term career aspirations.