Housekeeper
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Part time positions available (variable hour contract)
Rate of Pay: £10.42 per hour (£9.00ph for under 18yrs)
Dartington Hall is an exciting and vibrant residential community entering a brand new phase of its future. If you have high cleaning and housekeeping standards, an attention to detail and believe in exceeding expectations, we would love to hear from you!
We are looking for approachable, fun and engaging people to look after our accommodation based on our beautiful estate. Daily responsibilities include; the cleaning and upkeep of all guest bedrooms, conference rooms, campsite and public areas. Previous experience would be an advantage but is not essential.
We are currently looking for Housekeepers to work variable hours and shifts between the hours of 07:00am and 06:00pm (can be flexible), some weekend work maybe required throughout the year as we are welcoming guests 365 days of the year! A full driving license and being over the age of 21 is desirable, but not crucial. This is due to insurance requirements to be able to drive a company vehicle to access all areas on the Estate.
On the job perks such as free meals whilst on duty, 25% discount on food outlets and retail shops on the Estate, wellbeing & Support options, as well as joining a friendly, dedicated team.
Please see job description for further details on duties and person specifications.
Closing date: Midnight 23rd May 2023. Applications will be shortlisted as and when submitted and this advert may close earlier if suitable candidates are found.
At Dartington Trust, we want you and your career to flourish, so you will receive a generous holiday allowance of 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part time), a pension scheme and company sick pay. You have the opportunity to buy additional annual leave and will have access to well-being services including Occupational Health, Counselling and an Employee Assistance Programme. You will have fantastic opportunities for personal growth with access to professional and career development and discounts on Schumacher College short courses.
We are family-friendly and provide enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption packages and flexible working options. You will be supported and encouraged to live a full life outside of work and your whole family can come and enjoy our award-winning destination with woodland walks, riverside trails, cafés, and restaurants and family-friendly activities, as well as free parking. Enjoy discounts at our Shops at Dartington, Barn Cinema, The White Hart, Green Table and Barn Cinema Café. Perks also include free meals whilst on duty.
We believe that big ideas can make the world a better place. So our beautiful estate is home to a community of people who nurture new thinking, encourage learning and debate, and work every day to inspire one another. There are many sides to Dartington and that’s what makes our future so exciting. Come and be part of it.
Dartington Trust is an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and will not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. We encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Job Type: Part-time
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Civic, Welfare & Social Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Housekeeper roles across The Dartington Hall Trust's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Civic, Welfare & Social Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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