VACANCIES
Housekeeper – Zero Hours
Location: The Regal, Tenbury Wells
Contract: Zero-Hours Contract – Regular Weekly Hours Required
Salary: £12.71 per hour
Reports to: Operations Manager / Theatre Director
About The Regal
The Regal is a historic Grade II listed Art Deco theatre and cinema in the heart of Tenbury Wells. Operated by the Regal Tenbury Trust, a registered charity, the venue presents a varied programme of live entertainment, cinema, community activities and special events throughout the year.
We are looking for a reliable and conscientious Cleaner to help us maintain a clean, welcoming and safe environment for our audiences, performers, volunteers and staff.
The Role
The Cleaner will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout The Regal.
This position is offered on a zero-hours contract; however, regular cleaning hours will be required each week to maintain the day-to-day cleanliness of the venue. The successful candidate should therefore be able to commit to a regular weekly working pattern.
The number and timing of hours may vary depending on the theatre's programme, with additional cleaning potentially required around busy periods, performances, events and hires.
Work may include mornings, daytime, evenings and weekends depending on operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Duties will include:
Cleaning the auditorium, Studio, foyer, corridors and other public areas.
Cleaning and sanitising customer and staff toilets.
Vacuuming, sweeping and mopping floors as required.
Emptying bins and disposing of waste appropriately.
Cleaning surfaces, doors, glass and frequently touched areas.
Cleaning dressing rooms and backstage areas when required.
Carrying out regular scheduled cleaning throughout the week.
Providing additional cleaning following performances, cinema screenings, private hires and events when required.
Undertaking periodic deeper cleaning tasks.
Monitoring cleaning products and supplies and reporting when stock needs replenishing.
Using cleaning products and equipment safely and in accordance with instructions.
Identifying and reporting maintenance issues, damage, hazards or health and safety concerns.
Ensuring cleaning equipment is stored safely and securely after use.
Taking appropriate care when working within the theatre's historic Grade II listed building.
Undertaking other reasonable cleaning duties appropriate to the role.
Person Specification
We are looking for someone who is:
Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
Able to commit to regular hours each week.
Flexible enough to undertake additional hours when required.
Able to work independently and use their own initiative.
Thorough and takes pride in maintaining high standards.
Comfortable working around the theatre's changing programme.
Able to carry out the physical requirements of the role, including standing, bending, reaching and moving cleaning equipment.
Aware of the importance of health and safety when using cleaning products and equipment.
Friendly and professional when encountering customers, volunteers, visiting companies and colleagues.
Previous professional cleaning experience would be beneficial but is not essential, as appropriate induction and guidance will be provided.
Hours of Work
This is a zero-hours contract, meaning that the precise number of hours available may vary according to the operational requirements of The Regal.
Although the contract is zero-hours, this is not intended to be an occasional or ad-hoc position. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake regular cleaning hours each week to ensure the venue is consistently maintained to a high standard.
A regular working pattern will be agreed wherever possible, with additional hours offered depending on the theatre's programme and requirements.
Some flexibility will be required, particularly during busy periods, and additional shifts may occasionally be available following performances, events or private hires.
General Responsibilities
All members of the Regal team are expected to:
Support the charitable aims and values of the Regal Tenbury Trust.
Treat customers, colleagues, volunteers and visiting companies with respect.
Follow the theatre's policies and procedures, including Health & Safety, Equality & Diversity and Safeguarding policies where applicable.
Help maintain The Regal as a safe, inclusive and welcoming venue for everyone.
Equality and Inclusion
The Regal Tenbury Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.
TO APPLY, EMAIL: Mike.Groves@regaltenbury.co.uk with your cv and covering letter.
Opportunity to Join the Board of Trustees
Who Are We?
The Regal is a theatre and cinema based in Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire. For almost 90 years the Regal has provided access to the arts to the community in and around Tenbury Wells. The Regal is a critical part of the life of the town operating from a listed Art-Deco building with a 260 seat theatre and 50 seat studio providing a hub for live events, theatre, cinema and community activity. We offer an extensive and diverse programme intended to deliver something for everyone across our community. We also support the Regal Community Theatre, the Regal School of Creative Arts and produce a popular panto each year.
The Regal is building for the future. We need new Trustees who will work with the Chair, the Board, the Theatre Director and her team, and our incredible volunteers to deliver on the Regal’s exciting and ambitious Mission and Vision. Trustees will regularly attend the Regal for meetings, performances and events (there are a minimum of four board meetings per year and trustees are encouraged to serve on a sub-committee). Enthusiasm for the role of arts and culture in supporting thriving communities is a must-have, proximity to Tenbury Wells and a knowledge of the local area is a definite plus.
Our trustees:
● Powerful advocates of the value of the arts in creating community and supporting wellbeing.
● Bring perspective on balancing the commercial aspects of running a mixed-use arts venue with the artistic and creative aspects.
● Can build strong relationships with many stakeholders and may bring experience of working with boards, creative and commercial partners, local government, trusts and foundations.
● Place high value on the contributions of volunteers.
● Understand the importance of good governance and compliance in the charity sector.
● May bring experience as a Board member of a charity or similar organisation.
What Skills Do We Need?
We will consider applications from all backgrounds and we have a particular interest in building our Board’s skills in the following areas:
● The performing arts as an actor, director, producer, or theatre manager
● Financial experience in a charity
● Working with children and young adults
● Fundraising for charities.
How to Apply
Those interested in applying can arrange a pre-application conversation with the Chair or one of the current trustees. Please contact Julie Cornes via email julie@regaltenbury.co.ukto arrange.
To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV and a brief cover letter (up to two pages), describing your interest and suitability for the role with reference to the person specification and areas of expertise. Submit your CV and cover via email to julie@regaltenbury.co.uk
Alternatively, applicants can submit a short (maximum three minutes) video or audio statement in lieu of a cover letter.
Candidates needing any assistance to complete their application should also contact julie@regaltenbury.co.uk. If there is anything about this recruitment process or the way we have promoted this opportunity that has created any barriers to you applying, please let us know.
We welcome applications at any time and will arrange interviews to suit your schedule.
The role of Trustee of the Regal Tenbury Trust is voluntary and not remunerated. Reasonable expenses can be reimbursed.
Click here to view the role prospectus.