Domestic Cleaner

OFG Education; Downham Market; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters – health &

Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

OFG Education is seeking a Domestic Assistant at Orchard Manor School near King’s Lynn, Downham Market. The role involves daily cleaning across classrooms and shared spaces, with a 30-hour weekly schedule (Monday to Friday, 12:00–18:00). The position is permanent and term-time options apply, with December 2026 start.

You will be part of the Facilities Team, ensuring a clean, safe learning environment. Prior cleaning experience helps, but a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are valued.

Qualifications

• Reliable, friendly and hardworking individual.
• Previous cleaning experience welcomed but not essential.
• Strong work ethic and a can-do attitude.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning tasks across classrooms, corridors and shared areas.
• Clean fixtures, fittings, floors, walls and internal woodwork per cleaning schedules.
• Maintain toilets, changing rooms and other sanitary areas to high standards.
• Assist with deep-cleaning programmes during school holidays or breaks.
• Collect and dispose of waste safely and efficiently.
• Refill and replace supplies such as soap and toilet paper.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Willing to learn

Independent worker

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

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Domestic Cleaner

Orchard Manor School

• Near Kings Lynn
• Permanent

Salary: £21,528 per annum

Hours: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Job Title: Domestic Assistant
Location: Orchard Manor, Near Kings Lynn, Downham Market, PE34 3HT
Hours: 30 hours per week | Monday to Friday | 12:00 - 18:00
Salary: £21,528 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term time only
Start: December 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Join our Facilities Team and play a vital role in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment where students and staff can thrive. We're looking for a reliable, friendly and hardworking individual who takes pride in a job well done and is ready to make a real difference behind the scenes.

In this varied role, no two days are the same. From maintaining high standards of cleanliness across the school to supporting larger deep‑cleaning projects during school holidays, you'll help ensure our learning environment remains a place everyone can be proud of. Your attention to detail, positive attitude and commitment to quality will have a lasting impact on the daily experience of our school community.

Previous cleaning experience is welcomed but not essential. What matters most is a strong work ethic, a can‑do approach, and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in as part of a supportive and dedicated team.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning tasks across classrooms, corridors, and shared areas
• Clean fixtures, fittings, floors, walls, and internal woodwork in line with cleaning schedules
• Maintain toilets, changing rooms, and other sanitary areas to high standards
• Help with deep‑cleaning programmes during school closures or designated breaks
• Collect and dispose of waste safely and efficiently
• Refill and replace supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and hand towels
• Keep cleaning materials organised and stored securely

You’ll be joining a supportive, close‑knit team where everyone’s contribution is valued — because we know a clean, safe school helps our young people feel calm, comfortable, and ready to learn.

Who We’re Looking For

• A positive, dependable team player
• Someone who takes pride in their work and pays attention to the little things
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Previous cleaning experience is helpful — but not essential
• A friendly, respectful approach and willingness to learn
• Full UK Driving Licence

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of an international education group with the individuality of an international education group.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our School

Orchard Manor School is a specialist school opening near King’s Lynn in Downham Market. The school will cater for up to 72 students aged 5 to 16 with a variety of complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

Orchard Manor is an independent specialist school where the curriculum is thoughtfully designed around the specific needs of autistic learners and those with related needs. Education is supported by a fully integrated on‑site clinical team, ensuring a holistic, person‑centred approach to learning and wellbeing.

At Orchard Manor, we are committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where every student is supported to achieve their full potential.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales

Wherever you work – whether in a city location or one of our more rural settings – you’ll be part of one dynamic family, aiming high and dreaming big, and helping the people we work with achieve their own personal goals

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: Up to £42,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

With amazing teams working across our family of brands – Acorn Education, Options Autism, Momenta Connect and Blenheim Schools– we offer a huge range of exciting career opportunities.

Take a closer look and discover how fulfilling your career could be.

Meeting the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps.

Supporting autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way.

At Momenta Connect we support young people to overcome barriers and engage with education.

We are committed to enabling outstanding futures for all children through a portfolio of inclusive, high-quality independent and international schools.