Domestic Assistant (Cleaner)

Bloxham School Ltd; Bloxham; Remote; GBP 8,400 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Bloxham School Ltd is seeking a Domestic Assistant to help keep our school clean, safe and welcoming across boarding houses, classrooms and shared spaces.

Part-time, part-year role with 15 hours per week over 44 weeks, typically 6am–9am, starting January 2027. DBS checks and safeguarding are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent.
• Experience with cleaning equipment and materials.
• Knowledge of COSHH; training can be provided.
• Experience in a school or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Clean a wide range of areas including kitchens, classrooms, bathrooms and dormitories.
• Tidy, vacuum, dust, mop and remove rubbish to keep areas hygienic.
• Deep clean boarding houses at term start and end.
• Support events and holiday lets when needed.
• Use manual and powered cleaning equipment.
• Wear provided PPE and follow health and safety protocols.

Skills

GCSE level

Cleaning equipment experience

COSHH knowledge

School setting experience

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Join a dedicated team that keeps the heart of our school running smoothly.

At Bloxham School, we believe that a clean, safe and welcoming environment is essential for learning, living and growing. As a Domestic Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in creating that environment – supporting our students and staff across boarding houses, classrooms, and shared spaces.

Whether you’re experienced in cleaning roles or looking to build your skills, if you take pride in doing a job well and being part of a team that makes a difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

• £9,357 per annum (Full time equivalent of £25,599)

Working Arrangements:

• Part time, part year
• 15 hours per week
• 44 weeks per year (salary includes holiday pay and is paid in 12 equal monthly instalments)
• Typical hours are Monday to Friday, 6am to 9am

Start Date:

• January 2027
• For an introduction to Bloxham School and the benefits offered to staff please view our ‘Working at Bloxham School’ booklet here .

What You’ll Do:

Working as part of our friendly team, you’ll:

• Clean a wide range of areas including kitchens, classrooms, bathrooms, dormitories, sports facilities and more
• Tidy, vacuum, dust, mop, and remove rubbish – keeping all areas clean, hygienic and welcoming
• Deep clean boarding houses at the start and end of term
• Support special events and assist during holiday lets
• Use both manual and powered cleaning equipment
• Wear provided PPE and follow health and safety protocols

This role involves some occasional weekend work and may require flexibility to support across different areas of the school site.

What We’re Looking For:

• A friendly, helpful and reliable attitude
• Ability to work well on your own and as part of a team
• Willingness to take initiative and prioritise tasks
• Commitment to safeguarding and confidentiality
• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
• Experience with cleaning equipment and materials
• Knowledge of COSHH (training can be provided)
• Experience in a school or similar setting

Please use the link below to view a full description and person specification for this role.

• Be part of a welcoming and supportive community
• On-the-job training and opportunities for further development
• Work in a beautiful, well-resourced environment
• Make a real impact on the day-to-day life of students and staff

Applications will be assessed upon receipt, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, early application is strongly recommended.

• For further information about the school please visit the Bloxham School website. If you have any queries, please contact the HR Department on 01295 724379 or at [e-mail].

The School 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 School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media account names/handles, as part of their application.

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:

The post holder’s responsibility will include promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom s/he is responsible, or with whom s/ he comes into contact. The post holder will be required to adhere to and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy at all times. If, in the course of carrying out the duties of the post, the post holder becomes aware of any actual or potential risks to the safety or welfare of children in the School, s/he must report any concerns to the School’s Designated Safeguarding Lead.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.