Housekeeper

Housekeeper (Boarding House Assistant) Dedicated and compassionate, you will play a vital role in the day‑to‑day care and ensure the well‑being of our boarders to the highest standard. Why Wellington? Wellington College is located on a stunning 400‑acre campus and is a place of ambition, innovation and heart. Our community is built on five core values – Kindness, Courage, Respect, Integrity and Responsibility – which guide everything we do. We nurture academic excellence and champion wellbeing, creativity and global citizenship. Benefits We offer a competitive full‑time equivalent salary of £28,645 (pro‑rated for part‑time hours to £18,620). Employees receive 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), complimentary lunch during shifts, subsidised membership to the Wellington Health & Fitness Club, a substantial contribution to a personal pension scheme, access to an Employee Assistance Programme, an enhanced maternity/paternity scheme, a cycle‑to‑work initiative, free parking, fee remission for college tuition and a health cash plan. The Role We are offering a working week during term time as follows: Week A Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday – 07:30 – 11:30Wednesday – 07:30 – 18:00Saturday – Day offA total of 26 hours Week B Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday – 07:30 – 11:30Saturday – 07:30 – 18:00Wednesday – Day offA total of 26 hours During Wellington School Holidays Monday – Thursday – 07:30 – 12:45Friday – 07:30 – 12:30A total of 26 hoursNo weekend work This job is offered for 52 weeks a year, with the possibility to discuss a term‑time position of 40 weeks per year if required. Main Responsibilities Complete daily cleaning tasks as assigned, following the house cleaning schedule Coordinate a full call‑over when waking boarders in the morning Monitor pupils' medical needs, including administering and observing prescribed and non‑prescribed medication Arrange travel for pupils to A&E or personal appointments Manage access for visitors and contractors to the house The Successful Candidate Will Have A well‑developed understanding of the English language, both spoken and written Excellent communication and interpersonal skills A caring, reliable, and proactive approach Awareness of safeguarding requirements (desirable) Previous experience in a similar role (preferred but not essential) Join a warm, supportive community where your work truly makes a difference in the lives of young people. For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Support page at Wellington College recruitment Website. Applications will only be accepted through the designated application form on our vacancy website. Wellington College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy prior to the closing date if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply. We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and must be able to produce supporting documents. #J-18808-Ljbffr