Headmaster's Housekeeper/cleaner

1 week ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Elstree School Full time

Headmaster's Housekeeper/Cleaner

Monday to Friday, term time additional weeks totalling 36 weeks per year.


We are looking to further improve our cleaning provision and are seeking a cleaner with specific responsibility as the Headmaster's Housekeeper to join our hardworking and friendly Housekeeping Department as soon as possible.

Experience of working in a school cleaning environment is desirable but not essential.

This is a busy 'hands on' role you will be working alongside our cleaning team in central school areas such as offices and classrooms and will have specific responsibility for the Headmaster's house.

As we are a semi-rural location, your own transport is advisable.

Set in 150 acres of stunning parkland in rural West Berkshire, Elstree welcomes boys and girls aged 3-13 years. Originally founded in 1848, it moved to its current location in 1939 and opened its Pre-Prep school in 1993. It offers boarding, both flexi and weekly, from Year 4 onwards.

We are a close community and pride ourselves on the very special, warm environment that has evolved since our inception, influenced largely by the family principles of Elstree School.

We offer a supportive and professional workplace with excellent terms, conditions and benefits.

Working hours are 6 per day, either from 6am - Midday or from 7am - 1pm, Monday to Friday term time plus additional weeks totalling 36 weeks per year.


  • The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020._

Job Type:
Part-time

Part-time hours: 30 per week

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Free parking
  • Life insurance
  • Onsite parking
  • Sick pay
  • Wellness programme

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 26/05/2023

Expected start date: 05/06/2023
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