Housekeeping Assistant (Full Time) in Harrogate

Company Description

Henshaws is a northern charity supporting people living with sight loss and a range of other disabilities to go beyond expectations. We believe that, wherever they are, everyone has the right to an independent and fulfilling life. Our support, advice and training enables people and their families build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.

Position

Help create a place where people feel welcome, valued and supported every day.

At Henshaws, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to live with confidence, independence and purpose. We support people living with sight loss and a range of disabilities to achieve their goals, and we're looking for a Housekeeping Assistant who shares our commitment to creating safe, clean and inclusive environments where people can thrive.

Whether you already have housekeeping experience or are looking to bring your skills from a different background, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll be an important part of our community, helping to ensure our college remains a welcoming and comfortable environment for students, colleagues and visitors.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the college
• Supporting laundry services, including washing, drying and ironing
• Ensuring housekeeping equipment and materials are used safely
• Monitoring and replenishing cleaning supplies
• Reporting maintenance, safety or hygiene concerns
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across different teams
• Contributing to a positive environment where everyone feels respected and included

Every task you complete helps create a space where our students can learn, grow and develop greater independence.

At Henshaws, our values shape everything we do. We're looking for someone who shares our commitment to:

Ambition

We believe in the potential of every individual. We strive to achieve the best outcomes for the people we support, our colleagues and our organisation, continually looking for ways to improve and make a positive difference.

Respect

We treat everyone with dignity, kindness and understanding. We value diversity, listen to different perspectives and create an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to be themselves.

Empowerment

We enable people to develop confidence, independence and choice. We support one another to learn, grow and achieve goals, recognising and celebrating individual strengths and achievements.

By living these values every day, we help create a culture where people feel supported, included and inspired to reach their full potential.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• Meaningful work that positively impacts people's lives
• Learning and development opportunities
• A commitment to wellbeing, equality and inclusion
• Opportunities to grow your skills and career
• The chance to work for a charity that puts people at the heart of everything it does

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for a role where your contribution matters and where you'll be part of a team dedicated to making a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary: £13.05 per hour/£25,786.80 per annum

Hours per week: 38

Weeks per year: 52

Annual leave: 5 weeks plus 10 days bank holiday

Contract: Permanent

Location: Henshaws Specialist College in Starbeck and Henshaws Arts and Crafts Centre in Knaresborough

Closing Date: 27th October 2026 at 12 noon

Please note applications will be reviewed weekly and the advert may close prior to the closing date.

Requirements

Who We're Looking For

We recognise that great candidates may not meet every requirement, so if this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.

You may be a good fit if you:

• Take pride in delivering a high standard of work
• Have a positive and reliable approach
• Enjoy helping others and being part of a team
• Are organised and able to manage your workload effectively
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with others
• Value diversity and inclusion
• Are willing to learn and develop new skills

Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is welcome but not essential. We value attitude, potential and a commitment to our values just as much as experience.

Benefits

• 5 Weeks annual Leave plus 10 day bank holiday (pro-rata for part-time and term-time staff)
• Option to buy one weeks extra annual leave (52 week contracts)
• Up to 3 days Paid Emergency Domestic Leave (after one years Service)
• A paid Wellbeing day (after one years service)
• Company Sick pay after completion of probationary period
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Enhanced Paternity Pay
• Company Pension Scheme
• Refer a friend bonus £150.00 (As an employee this is payable once your 'Friend' has started with Henshaws and they named you on their application form or CV)
• Long service Awards every 5 Years
• Onsite Free parking
• Access to discounted staff meals
• Access to trained Mental Health First aiders
• Employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Wellbeing Programme
• Employee discount schemes (e.g Blue Light)
• Paid training
• On the job training
• Professional development support
• Access to further qualifications
• Career progression opportunities
• DBS paid for by Henshaws

Other information

Henshaws Society for Blind People aims to employ a diverse workforce and is committed to equality of employment and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Henshaws is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. It is a criminal offence for people barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group e.g. vulnerable adults, children or both. An Enhanced DBS with barring and reference checks will be sought from the successful candidate.

Henshaws reserves the right to check social media accounts of all successful applicants.

Registered Charity No: 221888

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