Job Description

Bede's Trust requires reliable and detail-oriented individuals to join our Senior School in Upper Dicker as Housekeepers.

The successful candidates will be responsible for providing a comprehensive cleaning service to all areas of the School, demonstrating consistent quality, efficiency and effectiveness in accordance with the agreed standards.

These are exciting opportunities for someone who likes to be a part of a dedicated team ensuring the delivery of a first class cleaning service, they will need to have a full awareness and working knowledge of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) procedures for cleaning materials ensuring the correct action is applied when using any chemical cleaning solutions. They will be responsible for the cleaning maintenance and storage of all equipment and machines ensuring that any issues are reported to our Housekeeping Supervisors.

Previous cleaning experience is desirable and full training and uniform is provided.

We are offering the following part time permanent positions, 52 weeks per year:

Early Mornings - 20 hours per week , Monday - Friday (4:00am - 8:00am) Mornings - 20 hours per week , Monday - Friday (8:00am - 12.00pm) Evenings - 25 hours per week, Monday - Friday (4.00pm - 9.00pm)
There is a requirement to work 2 Saturdays of Open Morning, 4 Saturdays of Easter Holidays and the 6 Saturdays of Summer School.

Offering a competitive hourly rate of 12.60 per hour (Full Time Equivalent 26,279.57) per annum along with a range of staff benefits including:

A fantastic holiday allowance of 30 days plus bank holidays (full time equivalent) A generous company pension with salary exchange options Retail Discounts Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation Employee Assistance Programme Discounted nationwide gym membership Eye care vouchers Refer a Friend Scheme Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service) Complimentary Lunch provided Free onsite parking at the Senior School
We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our community. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils.

To find out more about this role and how to apply, please visit our website here:

https://www.bedes.org/about/opportunities

Bede's cannot accept applications on Indeed and you must ensure to apply through our website via the link above before the closing date.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact recruitment@bedes.org. Please note that we are unable to accept CV's, applicants must add their full education and employment history to their application.

Application Closing Date:

Friday 10th October 2025 at 8am.

Bede's Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our students and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS checkTo find out more about these roles and how to apply, please visit our website here:

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Gym membership On-site gym Sick pay
Work Location: In person