About the Role
We are looking for a reliable and motivated cleaner to join our team on a 6 hours per week regular basis.
As one of our Cleaners you will play a key role in ensuring the museum spaces are cleaned to a high standard, in line with Museum guidelines and regulations.
This is a contract role for 6 hours per week and additional shifts depending on the events schedule (approximately additional 3-5h a week). You will work mornings, flexible as long as the museum is cleaned by 10am over 3 days – Monday, Friday and Saturday with occasional Sunday shifts.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform general cleaning duties, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitising surfaces.
- Clean and maintain restrooms, ensuring they are stocked with necessary supplies.
- Empty bins and dispose of waste appropriately.
- Maintain cleanliness in communal areas such as kitchens, break rooms, and meeting rooms.
- Report any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate personnel.
- Follow established cleaning protocols and adhere to health and safety regulations.
- Work independently or as part of a team to complete cleaning tasks efficiently.
- Report low stocks of toilet roll, hand towels, cleaning products and any other items to the Event Producer in a timely fashion
- Take care with the outside of the building, removing any litter
Skills and Experience:
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify areas that require cleaning or maintenance.
- Excellent time management skills to ensure all tasks are completed within designated timeframes.
- Good communication skills for reporting issues or collaborating with team members.
- Previous experience in a cleaning role is advantageous but not essential; training will be provided.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while being reliable and trustworthy.
- Knowledge of cleaning products and their safe usage is beneficial.
Benefits:
- The Museum appreciates flexibility from its staff, and endeavours to do the same. If you require flexibility in this role, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
- In addition to 28 days holiday (pro rata for part-time), each employee is entitled to up to 2 additional days per year as Climate Perks Days.
- A seasonal flu voucher scheme
- Contributory pension scheme which includes a 5% employer pension contribution
- Access to a confidential employee assistance programme
- Free parking
This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties, and responsibilities may evolve over time. The successful candidate must be willing to take on additional tasks as required.
Deadline: If you are interested in the role, please send your CV to alicja.sobczak@thebrunelmuseum.com along with 2 references by 9am, Friday 25th July 2025
Interviews and paid trial shift are expected to take place w/c Monday 28th July 2025 at the Brunel Museum.
The Brunel Museum, Railway Avenue, London, SE16 4LF
Please note that The Brunel Museum is committed to equal opportunities in employment and ensuring that no one is denied opportunities or discriminated against through prejudice or exclusion due to characteristics protected under the Equality Act. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service and appropriate references.
If you have a disability which means you are unable to meet some of the job requirements, specifically because of your disability, please address this in your application. If you meet all the other criteria, you will be short-listed, and we will explore jointly with you if there are ways in which the job can be changed to enable you to meet the requirements.