General Cleaner
The contract is part time and for a fixed term, and the hourly rate is £12.25. There are 307.00 hours available over the course of a year. The employer, National Trust, is a charity. You will be based at East Riddlesden Hall, which is an historic building or structure where the fabric and story of the building is the focus. It is located in West Yorkshire.
Closing date 19-01-2026
**Important notice**
In line with our redeployment policy, we’ll prioritise applications from employees who are under formal notice of redundancy.
We’re looking for a General Cleaner with the practical skills and eye for detail to keep East Riddlesden Hall in excellent condition and running smoothly for all the people who visit.
Hours: 307 per year. This role is based on annualised hours, where the amount of hours you work each month may vary, however your salary will be paid in equal instalments over the contract.
Includes frequent weekend work to suit the nature of a busy visitor and events property. You will work different hours each week throughout the year (between 4-10 hours each week dependent on business needs), including a mix of weekdays and weekends. You will be part of a wider cleaning team but will primarily work alone.
Duration: Fixed Term Contract until 28 February 2027
Salary: £12.25 an hour
For this role, you’ll need to complete our online assessment instead of using a C.V. or online application form. This will help us understand more about your strengths and give you more information on the role.
East Riddlesden Hall is in what remains of an agricultural estate on the edge of Keighley offering a glimpse into Airedale’s past. The beauty of this intimate property offers a stark contrast from the busy urban surroundings.
Excellent local transport links means you’re able to travel here by public transport or car. For more information on East Riddlesden Hall visit East Riddlesden Hall - Home
As a General Cleaner, you'll go out of your way for others and you’ll help to make our property an extra special place to visit. You’ll turn your practical hand to all sorts of cleaning, ensuring all our facilities are kept in good working order. You’ll ensure the highest standards of customer service across the property by always implementing a ‘customer comes first’ attitude.
You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what’s possible in this role.
We'd love to hear from you if you're:
- focused on giving great service to everyone you meet
- a team player, but also happy to work on your own initiative
- well-organised and adaptable
- willing to learn new skills
- comfortable working in flexible and adaptable way.
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
• Rental deposit loan scheme
• Season ticket loan
• EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
• Flexible working whenever possible
• Employee assistance programme
• Free parking at most Trust places
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