Cleaner x 2

We are currently recruiting for a full time and a part time cleaner to join our cleaning team. The full-time role is 35 hours per week, and the part-time role is 11.6 hours per week.

Our cleaning team plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of both our public and back of house areas. This hands-on role involves a variety of physical tasks, including bending, lifting, operating cleaning equipment, and working at height using ladders. To be successful in this role, you will have at least 6 months' experience in a cleaning or similar position. 

You'll be a great fit for this role if you: 

• Enjoy being active and working in a physical role 
• Thrive in early morning shifts 
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team 
• Take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation 
• Have a positive, reliable, and hardworking attitude 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out cleaning duties that are in keeping with the standards expected of a national organisation. These duties include activities that involve manual handling, bending, stretching, laundry, the use of chemicals, basic maintenance of equipment and working from ladders.

• To help at meetings and events including setting up and clearing refreshments/ catering.

• To keep others safe by adhering to health and safety procedures and carrying out risk assessments as you work.

• To check and report signs of pest infestation or damage to the fabric or furnishings of the buildings.

What we can offer you: 

If you are successful, you will be working for one of Scotland’s premier cultural institutions, a library that holds the nation’s memory in its vast collections. We’ll provide you with training and development opportunities. We have generous annual leave and offer a pension scheme. And of course, you’ll join a team of great colleagues. 

The closing date for applications is 16 August 2026. Interviews will be held on 1 September 2026 at our Lawnmarket building. 

Please visit our website for more information and to submit your application by 16 August 2026.