Full job descriptionTemporary Housekeeping Porter
£12.71 per hour | Full-Time | Immediate Start
Location: Reading
We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Housekeeping Porter to join a busy Estates & Services team on a temporary basis. This is a practical, hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys physical work and takes pride in keeping environments clean, safe and well-maintained.
What You’ll Be Doing
As part of the Housekeeping Portering team, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the site by carrying out essential porterage and outdoor maintenance duties, including:
*Collecting and delivering laundry to boarding houses
*Managing rubbish and recycling across the site, including use of waste compactors
*Maintaining the central waste and recycling area
*Sweeping and cleaning all external areas
*Removing cobwebs and debris from building exteriors
*Cleaning external paintwork (to stretch height) and lower-level windows
*Using high-pressure washers for paths, buildings and chewing gum removal
*Delivering cleaning materials and supplies to Housekeeping staff
*Assisting with furniture moves when required
*Responding to ad-hoc tasks set by the Events & Facilities Manager
*Supporting the Housekeeping team during busy periods
*Reporting any incidents, damage or safety concerns promptly
Working Hours
*Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 3:00pm
*37.5 paid hours per week, including:
*15-minute paid tea break
*30-minute unpaid lunch break

*Weekend rota during term time (around 10 weekends per year), 7:00am – 12:00pm
What We’re Looking For
*Physically fit and comfortable with manual work
*Happy to work outdoors in all weather conditions
*Reliable, punctual and a good team player
*Basic awareness of health & safety
*Previous experience in porterage, facilities, caretaking or housekeeping is helpful but not essential
Have expertise and experience??
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alternatively contact Muzna at Reed Reading Office