School Domestic Assistant

Position:          Domestic Assistant

Location:         Belmont School – Rawtenstall, Rossendale, Lancashire.

Hours:             20 hours per week – Monday to Friday, 4 hours per day 3-7pm

Salary:             £8,028.00 per annum

Contract:         Permanent, Term Time Only

If you really want to make your mark in a rapidly growing business that is committed to improving the lives of children and young people, we have the role for you!

We now have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Domestic Assistant to join our close-knit team at Belmont School in Rossendale. Someone who takes pride in their cleaning would be perfect for this role.

About the School

Belmont is an independent specialist day school for boys 11 to 16, catering for children with a wide range of needs. Our dedicated team work together to ensure successful outcomes for pupils who often arrive at the school with a troubled view of education and life.

We pride ourselves in steering children in the right direction, nurturing aspiration to progress them both academically and socially to encourage them to take pride in their achievements. Socially, we build confidence in our students so they are able to have a greater understanding of the wider community in which they live.

About the Group

We are part of the Acorn Care and Education Group and can promise you plenty of challenges, and a rich variety of opportunities to develop your career.

Acorn Care and Education provide education and care across 20 schools and 19 residential care homes nationally. Our vision is to build incredible futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world. Every day we improve the lives of thousands of young people, their families and communities through a relentless focus on caring and learning.

About the Role

To maintain the high standard of cleanliness throughout the whole school using the approved cleaning methods.

Who we are looking for?

We are looking for an experienced Domestic Assistant who takes pride in their work.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working as part of a team and be physically fit.

Whilst previous experience of working as a Domestic Assistant would be an advantage a candidate with the right skills and the right motivation and personal qualities are just as important.

Key Accountabilities:

Daily cleaning and sanitary areas such as toilets, sinks and shower cubicles

Removal of rubbish for all areas to the correct disposal points

Cleaning of floors by means of mopping, vacuuming or buffing

Cleaning of internal glass

Damp dusting surfaces, ledges, shelves etc

Use all equipment in a correct and safe manner

Report any faults or concerns to the Site Supervisor/Line Manager

Carry out any urgent spot cleaning

Any other duties as deemed appropriate

Essential Criteria

Good general education

Previous cleaning experience

Knowledge of cleaning products i.e. COSHH

Ability to prioritise work load and work as part of a team

Security and confidentiality aware

Must be physically fit to meet the demands of the role

Flexible approach to working days/hours i.e. deep cleans during the school holidays.

The ability to manage challenging behaviour effectively

Why work for us?

A few reasons we think it’s a great place to work:

Continuous professional development & training for a clear career path

Opportunity to enrich the lives of young people and make a positive difference

Be part of a fantastic team who work hard together and support each other

No two days are ever the same 

Applications are invited online only through the Acorn Care and Education website www.acorncare.co.uk  If you have any further queries regarding how to apply please contact Kelly Walden on kelly.walden@belmont-school.co.uk

The Outcomes First Group are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All successful applicants will be subject to fully Enhanced DBS and necessary checks.