Presentation & Cleaning Team Member
Location: Alnwick NE66 1NQ
Salary: Rates of pay will be shared at interview
Role Summary
To maximise visitor enjoyment of Alnwick Castle by maintaining a high standard of cleanliness across the whole Castle site. This role also includes occasional cleaning of the Estates Offices and property off site as required.
This is a seasonal position for the duration of Alnwick Castle’s open season for 2026, with flexible working days over 7 days a week.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
Cleaning Tasks
As a Presentation & Cleaning Team Member for Alnwick Castle during our open season, you will:
Ensure the castle site is kept immaculate and litter free at all times, undertaking light grounds duties where needed such as leaf blowing, sweeping and raking
Ensure that all toilets on-site are kept to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene at all times
Regularly check waste bins across the site and empty them as necessary
Additional duties as needed
Cleaning of Estates offices and property off site as and when required
Teamwork and Personal Development
You must be able to demonstrate that you can work as part of a team and also work on your own. You are encouraged to have knowledge of the various guided tours and activities we have on offer, so you can assist visitors with general questions whilst on site.
General
A knowledge of, and compliance with, general procedures will be required, in relation to daily shift patterns, rostering, staffing levels, holiday patterns and similar procedures as outlined in the castle staff handbook. In addition, you will be prepared to undertake any other tasks and duties reasonably required by Northumberland Estates. You must be flexible, reliable and punctual.
Person Specification
Training, Experience and Qualifications
Good standard of numeracy and literacy
Knowledge and Skills
Ability to work as a team but also independently
General awareness of Health and Safety and security
Excellent attention to detail to maintain high standards of cleanliness
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent communication skills for maintaining good customer service and positive staff relations
Neat and tidy personal appearance
Reliability and punctuality
Ability to work calmly under pressure
Flexible and adaptable
Particular Circumstances to Consider
Ability/availability to be rostered to work weekends, bank holidays and evenings. Be prepared to be flexible in working hour patterns
To wear and maintain uniform as provided by Alnwick Castle
Physical/Health Requirements (site specific)
The role involves working outside for long periods, being active and some heavy lifting.
Some areas are only accessible via stairwells or involve confined spaces, heights and low level lighting
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Northumberland Estates, please do not hesitate to apply
