Premium student living with world-class amenities fostering community and ambition.
Clean and maintain student studio apartments and communal facilities.
7 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Sheffield, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
241 Employees
Service Specialisms
Student Accommodation
Customer Service
Hospitality
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
facilities upkeep
waste management
incident reporting
clean logs
stock monitoring
emergency response
Maintain the upkeep of our premium site & facilities.
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.
Be a point of contact for any potential incident or emergency that may occur onsite.
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.
Be on hand, delivering solutions to issues or challenges that may arise.
Monitor cleaning stock levels and communicate needs to the Assistant Residence Manager or Residence Manager. Assist in ordering stock to maintain appropriate inventory.
Requirements
communication
multilingual
housekeeping
coshh
resilience
adaptability
Excellent communication skills. English will be the primary spoken language; however multi-lingual skills would be warmly welcomed.
A well-versed housekeeping professional with experience in large, multi-room residence facilities such as accommodation buildings, hotels or hospitals.
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.
Able to carry out tasks that may involve extended periods of standing and repetitive movements, with reasonable adjustments considered where required.
Resilience, with an ability to effectively navigate unexpected situations.
Housekeepers must understand and follow "Control of Substances Hazardous to Health” (COSHH) regulations to protect their health and safety when using cleaning chemicals.
Adaptability, creativity & positivity.
Good understanding of COSHH regulations and practices
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
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Visa Sponsorship
no right to work sponsorship offered
applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered
Security clearance
employment offers subject to pre‑employment checks including 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.