Seasonal Housekeeping Assistant at Vita Group

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Sep, 26

Salary

15.07

Posted On

06 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Deep Cleaning, Sanitization, COSHH Regulations, Time Management, Attention To Detail, Communication Skills, Quality Control, Reporting, Independent Working, Physical Stamina

Industry

Real Estate

Description

Housekeeper. Belfast Hourly Rate: £13.45 (plus holiday pay, £15.07 per hour in total) Contract: Fixed Term Contract (FTC) until 2nd October 2026 10 hours per week Working Hours Between: 10am – 6pm, Monday - Friday Vita Student's next-level apartment design offers a variety of studios to suit our summer guests. We offer style, luxury & comfort to our residents, surrounded by premium amenities and a vibrant city life. We’re looking for a Seasonal Housekeeper to provide an exceptional end-of-tenancy deep clean to studio apartments and communal areas, delivering top-to-bottom cleaning of vacant accommodation to meet Vita Student's premium standards and ensure studios are fully prepared for incoming residents. Our Housekeepers Work efficiently to designated cleaning schedules and quality standards completing thorough deep-cleans of vacant studio apartments, ensuring all areas are sanitised, presentable, and ready for occupancy. Studio Kitchens & Private Dining Suites Degrease hobs, extractor fans, and splashbacks. Deep clean ovens, microwaves, and other kitchen appliances. Clean and sanitise the interior and exterior of cupboards, drawers, fridges, and freezers. Descale sinks, taps, and surrounding surfaces. Communal Bathrooms & En-suites Scrub, descale, and disinfect showers, toilets, sinks, tiles, screens, and fixtures. Remove limescale, soap scum, and water marks from all bathroom surfaces. Ensure all sanitary areas are cleaned to a high hygienic standard. General Deep Cleaning Wipe down doors, handles, frames, skirting boards, light switches, sockets, and accessible surfaces. Clean internal windows, window ledges, mirrors, and glass surfaces. Remove dust, marks, and cobwebs from all accessible areas. Floors & Surfaces Vacuum, steam clean, and mop carpeted and hard floor surfaces. Dust and polish wardrobes, shelving, countertops, desks, and other furniture. Ensure all surfaces are free from dust, stains, and debris. Communal Areas Clean and maintain reception areas, communal corridors, gym suites, cinema rooms, study hubs, games rooms, stairwells, lifts and other shared spaces. Vacuum, mop, dust, and sanitise communal touch points including handrails, door handles, intercom panels, and light switches. Clean internal communal glazing, mirrors, and accessible surfaces. Remove cobwebs and ensure communal areas are presented to the same high standard as resident accommodation. Empty communal bins where required and maintain the cleanliness of shared facilities. Quality Control & Reporting Conduct final quality checks to ensure cleaning standards are consistently achieved. Take before and after photographs as required. Identify and report any maintenance issues, damage, defects, or health and safety concerns to the relevant management team and Maintenance Operatives. Ensure all work is completed in accordance with Vita Student's procedures, health and safety requirements, and client expectations. Who we want to join our team… Professional Experience A well-versed housekeeping professional with experience in large, multi-room residence facilities such as accommodation buildings, hotels or hospitals. Previous experience in end-of-tenancy, residential, hotel, student accommodation, or commercial cleaning. Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards. Be able to work independently and manage time effectively to meet cleaning schedules and deadlines. Be physically capable of carrying out deep-cleaning duties, including lifting, bending, reaching, and standing for extended periods. Our operations run seamlessly with the support of a variety of technology systems and software; our Housekeepers must be technologically astute. Good understanding of COSHH regulations and practices Personal Characteristics Vita Student operate a multi-cultural environment, welcoming colleagues and residents from all over the world with a variety of cultural backgrounds and religious beliefs. All Vita colleagues must deliver a diverse and equal approach to colleagues and residents alike. Excellent communication skills. English will be the primary spoken language; however multi-lingual skills would be warmly welcomed. Have a strong work ethic and a proactive approach to completing tasks. Resilience, with an ability to effectively navigate unexpected situations. Able to carry out tasks that may involve extended periods of standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments considered where required. Flexibility: Our facilities are open to residents 24 hours a day, 356 days a year including all bank holidays, festive & religious breaks. Where festive and religious celebrations require time off, we will always try to accommodate, however flexibility from our Seasonal Housekeeper's is imperative to be available as required to ensure continuous service. Why work for us……. Our employees have the pride of working at our luxury properties, which offer the highest standard of resident accommodation across the UK. We reward the commitment and dedication of our people by providing the following benefits: Royal London Pension – We care about our people and their future. Vita Group contribute a financial value of 3% of salary to your pension pot in addition to 5% employee contribution to help prepare for the future. Recognition Programmes – We recognise and celebrate our people via numerous recognition schemes, such as employee of the month vouchers, community champion, experience awards, golden buzzer awards, work anniversaries etc. Career Development – Whether your Vita career is a medium or long-term venture; we onboard all employees by means of a thorough induction and learning & development programme, delivering professional progression via our Bronze, Silver, Gold & Platinum training & recognition schemes. 24/7 Employee Assistance – The wellbeing of our colleagues is of vital importance to Vita Group. All employees have access to a confidential service; offering support and guidance for personal or work-related issues that may be impacting wellbeing. Right to Work & DBS All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks which will include Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer Right to Work Sponsorship. Therefore, if you do require a company to sponsor your Right to Work in the UK, we will not be able to progress your application further.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive end-of-tenancy deep cleans of studio apartments and communal areas to meet premium standards. Maintain high hygiene levels in kitchens, bathrooms, and shared facilities while reporting maintenance issues.