Domestic Services Operative

BCA (Berkshire College of Agriculture); Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An education institution is seeking a Domestic Services Operative to maintain cleanliness in offices and classrooms at the Berkshire College of Agriculture. This full-time position requires experience in cleaning and adherence to health and safety standards. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £26,051.89 to £28,955.68, dependent on experience and qualifications. Benefits include 30 days of annual leave and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Career progression opportunities

Access to subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Free on‑site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

On‑site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Understanding of health, safety, and cleaning regulations.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks on time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily cleaning of offices and classrooms.
• Ensure proper use of equipment and cleaning materials.
• Report necessary repairs to the Domestic Services Supervisor.
• Participate in Staff Training activities.

Skills

Daily cleaning

COSHH compliance

Health and Safety knowledge

Reporting maintenance

Job description

Windsor Forest College Group is looking for a Domestic Services Operative to join the Berkshire College of Agriculture team on a permanent full-time basis. The role pays from G16 £26,051.89 up to £28,955.68 which will be dependent on experience and qualifications.

Domestic Services Operative

We are looking for someone to assist with the daily cleaning of offices, classrooms, toilets and other areas of the College, ensuring all equipment and cleaning materials are properly utilised – in accordance with COSHH and Health and Safety. Reporting repairs and maintenance to Domestic Services Supervisor. Taking part in Staff Training activities to maintain standards. Ensuring all tasks are carried out to a satisfactory standard with due regard to health, safety and cleanliness.

For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South‑East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes‑Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture‑Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state‑of‑the‑art learning environments we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

This role offers a full‑time position to be based at BCA.

Our Staff Benefit From

• Support roles enjoy 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Free on‑site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance
• On‑site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on Saturday 22nd November 2025.

Interviews to be held on a rolling basis.

To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.

Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

• Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

Recruitment Agencies – We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.