Summer Casual Workers

To assist the permanent housekeeping team in the cleaning of student rooms and the preparation
of summer conference guests, cleaning bedrooms, bed making and general tasks.

Carpet cleaning to use the carpet cleaning machines after training from the housekeeping staff
cleaning carpets in all rooms on the Campus.

Window cleaning to clean all ground level windows inside and out clean all inside windows on all
levels using the equipment supplied after training from onsite staff this will also include general
outside tasks.,

• The preparation and cleanliness of all areas on site as directed by the Campus Services

Manager

• The cleaning of carpets using the equipment supplied under the direction of the Campus

Services Manager.

• The cleaning of all on site windows and general tasks purporting to the on-site cleanliness

as directed by the Campus Services Manager

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April 2024




University Values

As a university we have chosen five values to underpin our learning community. These are the values
which we will all work by and for which we want the RAU to be known. We are:


• Collaborative - we believe in the power of working together. We are stronger as a community

of practice - inspiring each other, identifying shared goals, and providing reciprocal support
leads to greater success.


• Open-Minded - we are receptive to new ideas and we value the diversity of experiences and

skills. We are committed to listening to everyone across the RAU community.


• Resourceful - we adopt creative approaches to achieve our goals while setting higher

standards, promoting professionalism and sustainability.


• Responsible - individually and collectively we take accountability for our actions working with

integrity to achieve the highest ethical standards.


• Inclusive - we acknowledge the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals and are

committed to maintaining an environment that seeks to eliminate all forms of discrimination
and respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.,
• The University is committed to equality of opportunity. All staff are required to comply with

current legislation, University policies and good practice guidance.


• All staff are required to act in a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and

vulnerable adults at all times. The post holder must be familiar with and adhere to appropriate
safeguarding policies and guidance and participate in related mandatory/statutory training.
Managers have a responsibility to ensure their team members understand their individual
responsibilities with regard to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults.


• All staff are required to participate in the University appraisal process and should ensure they

are familiar with the process and plan time to prepare for their appraisal. Following the
appraisal, staff are expected to undertake in any necessary learning and development and
work towards the objectives that have been set.


• The University expects staff to attend any training designated as mandatory and to undertake

learning and development activities to support their role. Managers must facilitate learning
and development within their teams.


• It is a condition of employment that staff will not disclose any information obtained in the

course of their duties other than to those entitled to receive it. The post holder must ensure
that the confidentiality of personal data remains secure and that restricted information or
highly restricted information to which they have access remains confidential during and after
their employment at Royal Agricultural University. All staff must undergo appropriate data
protection training as required.


• All absence from work must be reported in accordance with the University's absence

procedures and recorded on iTrent.


• The University acknowledges its responsibility to provide a safe, smoke free environment, to

its employees, service users and visitors. It is the policy of the University not to allow smoking
on University premises other than in specifically designated areas.

A good standard of general education - GCSE or E A
equivalent
Health & Safety & COSHH training, awareness D A
Good interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively E B
with people from all backgrounds
Effective team worker, able to work with and support E B
others in a team role
Experience in a similar environment D A
Ability to work unsupervised if necessary E B
Ability to work to written and or verbal instruction E B

Salary: £ 11.44 p/hr (23 yrs & over); £10.18p/hr (under 23 yrs), plus holiday

pay at 12.07% (equivalent £11.67 or £11.41 per hour)

Hours : Temporary summer casual post from end of May to end August: 9am

to 3pm, 25 hours per week, usually Monday to Friday with occasional

weekend and evening work during busy periods