Housekeeping Assistant

Hours: 22.5 hours per week worked equally over Mondays to Fridays, hours of work negotiable. Term time only (34 weeks)

Or:
22.5 hours per week worked equally over Mondays to Fridays, hours of work negotiable. Term time only plus additional hours in the holidays.

Start date: ASAP (we will take notice periods into account)

Job Summary

To support the delivery of high standards of cleaning and laundry across the College and to ensure a high level of cleanliness and hygiene throughout.

Main dutiesVacuuming, dusting, polishing and general cleaning of school buildings;Laundering pupils’ uniform, clothes, bedding and towels and College laundry,Other tasks in line with general housekeeping duties as and when required;To ensure all equipment and chemicals are used and handled correctly at all times in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, COSHH regulations and health and safety legislation;Using all supplies correctly and minimising waste.

The particular duties and responsibilities attached to posts may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed

Person SpecificationIdeally, experience in a similar roleAbility to work with minimum supervisionMust be able to use own initiative, be well motivated, and able to work as part of a teamMust be capable of maintaining a calm manner in all situationsSelf-starter and team playerTerms and conditions

Either:
22.5 hours per week worked equally over Mondays to Fridays, hours of work negotiable. Term time only (34 weeks)

Or:
22.5 hours per week worked equally over Mondays to Fridays, hours of work negotiable. Term time only plus additional hours in the holidays.

All staff are expected to
- Develop and maintain professional, productive relationships with all members of staff within the School.
- Commit to professional development through participation in the School’s CPD events and training appropriate to the job role.
- Comply with and promote the School’s Safeguarding (including Prevent), Data Protection and Health and Safety policies and procedures and to undertake training as and when necessary.Work towards and support the school vision and ethos.Support and contribute to the school’s responsibility for safeguarding pupils.Work within the school’s health and safety policy to ensure a safe working environment for staff, students and visitors.Be aware and support equality, diversity and inclusivity and demonstrate these principles in all aspects of work.Undertake any other reasonable duties required that are related to the job from time to time.

The post-holder may be required to perform duties other than those given in the job description for the post from time to time. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to posts may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the duties or the level of responsibility entailed.

Other Benefits

Variation to this Job Description

This is a description of the job as it is at present, and is current at the date of issue. The job description will be renewed and updated as necessary to ensure that appropriate revisions are incorporated, and that it relates to the job to be performed. This process would be conducted through consultation. You are expected to participate fully in the College’s programme of Professional Development and Review (PDR).

Our Mission

Our mission is to develop thoughtful, adventurous and ambitious life-long learners with the confidence, character and skills to succeed in the ever-changing world after school. Our pupils have the freedom to experience, explore and enquire about the world around them. We aim to encourage independence and inclusivity in a safe, caring community and magnificent natural environment.

Our Values

Thoughtful -Rendcombians test the status quo and are encouraged to employ critical thinking.

They are kind and empathetic towards all people, and are proud to celebrate their differences and individual traits. Through service, they connect to others, enabling individual and societal change for good.

Adventurous - Rendcombians are courageous.

They embrace the adventure of school life, challenging themselves to broaden their experiences, and are brave in standing up for what is right. They enjoy being creative in their approach, seeking new ways to solve problems, and continually learn from trying.

Ambitious - Rendcombians are actively curious about the world around them and love to learn.

They aspire to succeed through perseverance, whilst not being afraid to make mistakes.

They seek to be the best version of themselves they can be.

Rendcomb College was founded in 1920 by Frederick Noel Hamilton Wills, whose family have maintained an active part of the school including significant financial endowment and governance. While the school has just celebrated its centenary, we maintain a vision and ethos that remains true to Wills’ original values of providing an inclu