At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our cleaning team to keep our spaces sparkling and welcoming.
- Company: Be part of one of Scotland’s premier cultural institutions.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous leave, pension scheme, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible full-time and part-time roles available with great colleagues.
- Why this job: Make a difference in a vibrant environment while staying active.
- Qualifications: 6 months' cleaning experience and a positive, hardworking attitude.
The predicted salary is between 11.7 - 14.3 £ per hour.
We are currently recruiting for a full time and a part time cleaner to join our cleaning team.
The full-time role is 35 hours per week, and the part-time role is 11.6 hours per week.
Our cleaning team plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of both our public and back of house areas.
This hands-on role involves a variety of physical tasks, including bending, lifting, operating cleaning equipment, and working at height using ladders.
To be successful in this role, you will have at least 6 months' experience in a cleaning or similar position.
You'll be a great fit for this role if you: Enjoy being active and working in a physical role Thrive in early morning shifts Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team Take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation Have a positive, reliable, and hardworking attitude Duties and
Responsibilities: Carry out cleaning duties that are in keeping with the standards expected of a national organisation.
These duties include activities that involve manual handling, bending, stretching, laundry, the use of chemicals, basic maintenance of equipment and working from ladders.
To help at meetings and events including setting up and clearing refreshments/ catering.
To keep others safe by adhering to health and safety procedures and carrying out risk assessments as you work.
To check and report signs of pest infestation or damage to the fabric or furnishings of the buildings.
What we can offer you: If you are successful, you will be working for one of Scotland’s premier cultural institutions, a library that holds the nation’s memory in its vast collections.
We’ll provide you with training and development opportunities.
We have generous annual leave and offer a pension scheme.
And of course, you’ll join a team of great colleagues.
The closing date for applications is 16 August 2026.
Interviews will be held on 1 September 2026 at our Lawnmarket building.
Please visit our website for more information and to submit your application by 16 August 2026.
Cleaner x 2 in Edinburgh employer: National Library Of Scotland
The National Library of Scotland offers a unique opportunity to work in a prestigious cultural institution located in the heart of Edinburgh. With a strong commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment, employees benefit from professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on community engagement and access services. Join us to be part of a team that values innovation and strives to enhance the user experience for all visitors.
Contact Details:
National Library Of Scotland Recruitment Team
