Job Description

Looking for flexible work that fits around your life? Work for us on a casual basis.

Enjoy having the flexibility to work casually, shifts will be offered as and when they arise. You can choose to accept or decline shifts based on your availability. You'll be paid circa 12.21 per hour worked.

Love where you work!

At the Field Studies Council we promise to get people outdoors, provide high quality learning and encourage positive wellbeing. We're all about creating outdoor learning experiences and opportunities that inspire everyone to be curious, knowledgeable, passionate and caring about the environment.


Established in 1943, our network of Learning Locations provide day and residential courses for all ages, from young children to retired adults, from schools and communities throughout the UK, reaching many others through our publications and community-based programmes.

What you'll be doing

As one of our Casual Housekeeping Assistants, you'll play a key role in ensuring our learning location is clean, welcoming, and ready for all our visitors. This includes:

Cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, corridors, public and staff areas Preparing accommodation: making beds, replenishing towels, and tea/coffee facilities Supporting our laundry operations, including operating washing and pressing machines Reporting defects or maintenance needs Keeping store areas safe, tidy and organised Supporting other teams when needed, including catering, grounds and general maintenance

Please refer to the vacancy pack for full details of the role responsibilities.

Where you'll be based

The Field Studies Council Millport centre is situated on the Isle of Cumbrae in Scotland. It has state of the art purpose-built conference facilities, twin bedroom ensuite accommodation with sea views, plus 7 teaching spaces comprising classrooms and laboratories.


We host learners of all ages and backgrounds from nursery schools, primary and secondary schools, universities, adults, and research placements from all over the world.

We ask that you have:

A great work ethic where aptitude and attitude are key A natural pride in the work you produce A flexible and adaptive approach able to perform using your own initiative both independently and as a team player A professional manner in all that you do An empathy with the aims and objectives of Field Studies Council A committed and proactive approach to personal development; motivated to learn new skills and overcome new challenges

This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical skills in hospitality and teamwork in a beautiful and busy location

Sound like the role for you?

Come and be part of the team! We look forward to your application.



If you have any queries regarding this vacancy, please call Thea Brown on 01475 531420.

Applications will be considered on arrival

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we're in receipt of sufficient applications. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.


Interviews are scheduled to take place at Field Studies Council Millport on a rolling basis.


Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by email.


We want to create a world where

everyone feels connected to the environment

so they can enjoy the benefits it gives and make choices that help protect it.


As an Investors in People charity, we realise that to achieve our vision we need diverse teams of staff who have a wide range of skills, a real passion for the work of the charity and pride in their role within it. No matter what role you perform at the FSC, everyone can make a difference and every role is vital to delivering our mission and vision...

if this inspires you, we would love to hear from you.

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