Housekeeping Assistant at Vita Student in Manchester, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

waste management

incident response

stock monitoring

facility upkeep

clean recording

safety reporting

Maintain waste management areas adhering to health & safety regulations, ensuring potential hazards are addressed / cleaned / tidied / reorganised as required.
Report any concerning behaviour of students that could be an indication of welfare concern.
Ensure our facilities are being looked after respectfully by students & guests.
Maintain the upkeep of our premium site & facilities.
Monitor cleaning stock levels and communicate needs to the Assistant Residence Manager or Residence Manager. Assist in ordering stock to maintain appropriate inventory.
Be a point of contact for any potential incident or emergency that may occur onsite.
Be on hand, delivering solutions to issues or challenges that may arise.
Using a smart phone / tablet, record & manage each studio clean: each studio clean is to be photographed prior to, and at the end of each clean.

Requirements

coshh

resilience

adaptability

housekeeping

communication

multilingual

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.
Good understanding of COSHH regulations and practices
Adaptability, creativity & positivity.
Able to carry out tasks that may involve extended periods of standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments considered where required.
Housekeepers must understand and follow "Control of Substances Hazardous to Health” (COSHH) regulations to protect their health and safety when using cleaning chemicals.
Resilience, with an ability to effectively navigate unexpected situations.
A well-versed housekeeping professional with experience in large, multi-room residence facilities such as accommodation buildings, hotels or hospitals.
Excellent communication skills. English will be the primary spoken language; however multi-lingual skills would be warmly welcomed.

Benefits

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 Customer Service Assistants is imperative to be available as required to ensure continuous service to residents.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

no right to work sponsorship is provided; applicants requiring sponsorship will not progress.

Security clearance

employment offers are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including a dbs check.

Company

Overview

2012

Foundation Year

The company was established in 2012 as the starting point of its mission to modernize student accommodations.

29 Communities

Properties Operated

Operates and manages 29 student accommodation communities across the UK and Spain.

10,009 Beds

Accommodation Capacity

Provides housing for over 10,000 students across its portfolio of properties.

£600m Deal

Major Financing

Secured a landmark £600 million funding deal to support its development projects.

Modernising characterless student halls into vibrant, amenity-rich homes.
Specialises in residential student accommodation entwined with hospitality-style amenities.
Standout: Career-launching events and alumni support, including a global network.
Unusual detail: Repurposes disused offices into high-rise student hubs with gyms, cinemas, coworking spaces.

Culture + Values

We create a vibrant and welcoming community.
We provide a home that supports student success and wellbeing.
We innovate and continuously improve to create exceptional living experiences.
We are always committed to being transparent, honest, and accountable.
We embrace diversity and strive to create a culture where everyone feels included and valued.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2050

Environmental Commitment

Striving to achieve net zero status by the year 2050.

50% Reduction

Carbon Emissions Goal

Aiming to reduce operational carbon emissions by half by 2030.

All new developments adhere to sustainability criteria, including energy-efficient systems and sustainable building materials.
Operational properties are increasingly using renewable energy sources.
Focus on reducing waste and increasing recycling across all sites.
Working towards reducing water consumption and improving efficiency in all properties.

Inclusion & Diversity

40%

Gender Balance in Leadership

Female representation in senior leadership roles within the organization.

Committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Focus on equal opportunities and striving for gender balance in leadership roles.
Continuously improving gender representation across all teams.

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Agents & Partners

FAQs

Role

Description

waste management

incident response

stock monitoring

facility upkeep

clean recording

safety reporting

Maintain waste management areas adhering to health & safety regulations, ensuring potential hazards are addressed / cleaned / tidied / reorganised as required.
Report any concerning behaviour of students that could be an indication of welfare concern.
Ensure our facilities are being looked after respectfully by students & guests.
Maintain the upkeep of our premium site & facilities.
Monitor cleaning stock levels and communicate needs to the Assistant Residence Manager or Residence Manager. Assist in ordering stock to maintain appropriate inventory.
Be a point of contact for any potential incident or emergency that may occur onsite.
Be on hand, delivering solutions to issues or challenges that may arise.
Using a smart phone / tablet, record & manage each studio clean: each studio clean is to be photographed prior to, and at the end of each clean.

Requirements

coshh

resilience

adaptability

housekeeping

communication

multilingual

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.
Good understanding of COSHH regulations and practices
Adaptability, creativity & positivity.
Able to carry out tasks that may involve extended periods of standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments considered where required.
Housekeepers must understand and follow "Control of Substances Hazardous to Health” (COSHH) regulations to protect their health and safety when using cleaning chemicals.
Resilience, with an ability to effectively navigate unexpected situations.
A well-versed housekeeping professional with experience in large, multi-room residence facilities such as accommodation buildings, hotels or hospitals.
Excellent communication skills. English will be the primary spoken language; however multi-lingual skills would be warmly welcomed.

Benefits

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 Customer Service Assistants is imperative to be available as required to ensure continuous service to residents.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

no right to work sponsorship is provided; applicants requiring sponsorship will not progress.

Security clearance

employment offers are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks, including a dbs check.

Company

Overview

2012

Foundation Year

The company was established in 2012 as the starting point of its mission to modernize student accommodations.

29 Communities

Properties Operated

Operates and manages 29 student accommodation communities across the UK and Spain.

10,009 Beds

Accommodation Capacity

Provides housing for over 10,000 students across its portfolio of properties.

£600m Deal

Major Financing

Secured a landmark £600 million funding deal to support its development projects.

Modernising characterless student halls into vibrant, amenity-rich homes.
Specialises in residential student accommodation entwined with hospitality-style amenities.
Standout: Career-launching events and alumni support, including a global network.
Unusual detail: Repurposes disused offices into high-rise student hubs with gyms, cinemas, coworking spaces.

Culture + Values

We create a vibrant and welcoming community.
We provide a home that supports student success and wellbeing.
We innovate and continuously improve to create exceptional living experiences.
We are always committed to being transparent, honest, and accountable.
We embrace diversity and strive to create a culture where everyone feels included and valued.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2050

Environmental Commitment

Striving to achieve net zero status by the year 2050.

50% Reduction

Carbon Emissions Goal

Aiming to reduce operational carbon emissions by half by 2030.

All new developments adhere to sustainability criteria, including energy-efficient systems and sustainable building materials.
Operational properties are increasingly using renewable energy sources.
Focus on reducing waste and increasing recycling across all sites.
Working towards reducing water consumption and improving efficiency in all properties.

Inclusion & Diversity

40%

Gender Balance in Leadership

Female representation in senior leadership roles within the organization.

Committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
Focus on equal opportunities and striving for gender balance in leadership roles.
Continuously improving gender representation across all teams.

Articles

Agents & Partners

FAQs