Facilities Domestic Assistant

Uniform Education; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in Haywards Heath seeks a proactive Facilities Domestic Cleaner. Key responsibilities include maintaining high hygiene standards across the school, cleaning various areas, restocking supplies, and reporting issues. Ideal candidates possess attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to safeguarding children. Prior cleaning experience is desirable but not essential. A current DBS is required or must be obtained.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.
• Understanding the importance of cleanliness in a school setting.
• Commitment to the safeguarding of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• General cleaning of classrooms, therapy rooms, corridors, and offices.
• Restocking supplies such as soap and paper towels.
• Reporting maintenance or health and safety issues promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Punctuality

Trustworthiness

Job description

Location: School, RH17

Working Pattern: Term Time Only (39 working weeks) 2:45pm - 6:00pm, Monday to Thursday, 1:45pm - 5:00pm, Friday

The School is a specialist setting for boys aged 5 to 11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autistic Spectrum Conditions (ASC). Nestled in the Sussex Weald near Haywards Heath, the school is based in a beautifully adapted country manor house surrounded by expansive grounds, an ideal environment for learning and growth.

Our pupils benefit from a rich and engaging curriculum, including an exciting on-site outdoor learning programme. At Brantridge School, we take pride in offering a flexible, personalised approach that supports every child as an individual, helping them to thrive both academically and emotionally.

Dedicated and experienced staff work with families to ensure children make real progress at Brantridge School, and parental feedback is overwhelmingly positive on the child‑centred approach and flexibility of the staff team.

The Role

We are seeking a reliable, hardworking, and proactive Facilities Domestic Cleaner to join our friendly site team. You will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across the school, ensuring hygiene standards are consistently high for pupils, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• General cleaning of classrooms, therapy rooms, corridors, offices, toilets, and communal areas
• Restocking supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
• Safe use of cleaning products and equipment, in line with COSHH regulations
• Reporting any maintenance or health and safety issues promptly
• Adhering to safeguarding and confidentiality procedures at all times

Key Requirements

• Takes pride in their work and pays attention to detail
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Is punctual, dependable, and trustworthy
• Has previous cleaning experience (desirable but not essential)
• Understands the importance of cleanliness in a school setting
• Is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people

You must hold a current DBS or be willing to take out a DBS should you require one.