HOUSEKEEPER
The Outward Bound Trust - Eskdale Centre, Eskdale Green, West Cumbria
Help Us Shine Come and join our friendly hospitality team as a Housekeeper and be part of something special.
Salary: £10,483. £12.60 per hour, plus great benefits. Real Living Wage Employer.
Part time. 16 hours per week. Permanent position. Live-out.
We're looking for a cheerful and reliable housekeeper to help keep our outdoor learning centre at Eskdale clean, comfortable, and ready for adventure If you enjoy working in a fantastic setting and being part of a supportive, friendly team, we'd love to hear from you. Your work will help guests feel right at home in the heart of the great outdoors.
At Outward Bound we pride ourselves in ensuring the residential experience our customers have is as good as it can be, knowing there is a warm, clean, and friendly place to stay helps them settle in and make the most of their week - whatever the weather
You will clean and prepare bedrooms, public and staff areas around the centre, assist with in-house laundry and any special cleaning tasks.
It's a great working environment with the site comprising of a variety of buildings from the main house which is a Grade II listed building to more modern ensuite accommodation areas. Plus, there are amazing views over the tarn and grounds too.
Who We Are Looking For
You'll:
* have the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
* be committed to providing exceptional customer service
* have a good eye with attention to detail
* be physically fit and happy to be on your feet and active. This role requires some manual lifting
* be reliable and organised, with good time management skills
* demonstrate professionalism, contribute to a positive work environment and have a 'can do' attitude at all times
Prior experience is not essential as full training and support will be given.
Working Hours:
* 2 x 4 hour morning shifts from Monday - Thursday. FLEXIBLE START TIMES AVAILABLE.
* 1 x 8 hour shift every Friday from
Unlike most jobs in hospitality there is no weekend working. There are no split shifts either
Closing date: 09.00, Monday, 22 September 2025.
To find out more, including how to apply and the Job Description please visit:
The post holder will also be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure under the Disclosure and Barring Service, which Outward Bound administrates.
PS... We know that confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. But we'll let you in on a secret: there's no such thing as a 'perfect candidate'. So, however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £10,483.00 per year
Expected hours: 16 per week
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company pension
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 22/09/2025