We are looking for volunteers to support staff by cleaning and tidying at Haymarket Hub Hotel. The Welcome Centre is a free service offering food, sleeping facilities and a high level of support to people who do not have any accommodation and otherwise would be sleeping rough.
Role
General responsibilities
> Change bedding- There are just two sizes of bedding – single or king. There are two pillows per person. Dirty laundry is bagged and left in the linen cupboard in the reception area. Clean bedding and towels are also kept in this cupboard.
> Clean the bathroom including the floor. Dispose of any open shampoo bottles/used bars of soap.
> Clean the surfaces in the room. Include all areas that are touched regularly i.e. door handles, light switches, remote control, for the TV etc.
> Vacuum.
> Bag up any left belongings- People often leave items in their rooms and these should be put into a bin bag and labelled with the room number. The staff will add the person’s name and log it for safe-keeping.
You will be provided will all the equipment you need, including PPE.
Important pre-requisites for the role:
> Volunteers must be at least 21 years old.
> Volunteers should have a keen sense of organisation and attention to detail.
> The role may vary week to week, and can be changeable. Volunteers should be adaptable and able to take initiative.
> Though the role does not require the volunteer to be a Christian, they must be aware and respectful of the Christian ethos upon which Bethany Christian Trust is founded.
Details
Location:
Haymarket Hub Hotel
7 Clifton Terrace
Edinburgh
EH12 5DR
Pattern of hours:
- Weekdays after 4pm, and weekends after 10am. The exact pattern of hours is flexible.
- The role will take anywhere from 1 to 4 hours depending on the number of guests.
- Individuals will volunteer on a rota basis, around once a week.
Application
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As Bethany is a Christian organisation applicants interested should be in sympathy with and accept the mission, vision and values of the organisation.
Please send your application to volunteers@bethanychristiantrust.com