Housekeeper (Evenings, 25 hours per week)

ST BEDE'S SCHOOL TRUST SUSSEX; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Sea-side location

Full training

Benefits package

Job summary

Bede's Trust is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for our Prep School site in Eastbourne. This evening role covers 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays for Open Mornings and holidays. You will help keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming for pupils and staff.

You will follow COSHH guidance, assist with end-of-day lock up, and work with a friendly housekeeping team. Full training and a uniform are provided in a rewards package that recognises the seaside location.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning is preferred but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and a reliable work ethic.
• COSHH knowledge preferred, training available.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Cleaning: Maintain various school areas to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Safety & Compliance: Apply COSHH procedures when handling cleaning materials and chemicals.
• Equipment Care: Ensure cleaning machinery and tools are maintained, stored, and reported if repairs are needed.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with colleagues to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Daily Lock up Duties: Secure buildings and arm the main alarm system at end of day.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliable

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Housekeeper (Evenings, 25 hours per week)

Vacancy Type

Permanent/Part Time

Location

Eastbourne, BN20 7XL

School

Prep School and Nursery

Application Deadline

Monday, October 19, 2026

Job Summary

Join the Team at Bede's Trust: Housekeeper (Prep School)

Are you detail-oriented, reliable, and proud of delivering a high standard of work? Bede's Trust is looking for a dedicated individual to join our housekeeping team at our beautiful Prep School site in Eastbourne.

As a Housekeeper, you will play a vital role in the daily life of the school, ensuring our students and staff enjoy a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Cleaning:Maintain various school areas to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Safety & Compliance:Apply a working knowledge of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) procedures when handling cleaning materials and chemicals.
• Equipment Care:Ensure all cleaning machinery and tools are correctly maintained, stored, and reported to Housekeeping Supervisors if repairs are needed.
• Team Collaboration:Work effectively with colleagues to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Daily Lock up Duties:Responsible for the security of the school buildings at the end of each day. Duties include ensuring all relevant interior and exterior doors, windows and perimeter access points are fully closed and locked. Directly responsible for properly arming the main security and intrusion alarm system at the end of each day.

About You

We are looking for individuals who take initiative and enjoy being part of a busy, purposeful environment.

• Experience:Previous cleaning experience is a plus, but not essential - we value the right attitude most!
• Skills:Strong attention to detail and a reliable work ethic.
• Knowledge:An understanding of COSHH is preferred, though training is available.

What We Offer

• Full Training:We will provide you with all the knowledge you need to succeed.
• Uniform:A professional uniform is provided for all Housekeeping staff.
• Environment:The opportunity to work in a stunning school by the sea as part of a friendly, dedicated team.

We will be offering permanent, part-time positions, consisting of 25 hours per week, 4.00pm - 9.00pm, Monday - Friday, 52 weeks per year.

There is a requirement to work 2 Saturdays of Open Morning, 4 Saturdays of Easter Holidays and the 6 Saturdays of Summer School.

Offering a salary of £16,568.12 per annum (£12.71 per hour) (Full Time Equivalent £26,508.99) along with a range of staff benefits including:

• A fantastic holiday allowance of 30 days plus bank holidays (full time equivalent)
• A generous company pension with salary exchange options
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Retail Discounts
• Aviva Digital GP app - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation
• Free use of School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership,
• Eye care vouchers,
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service),
• Complimentary Lunch provided
• An idyllic working location by the sea!

We welcome applications from all sectors of the community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our community. We consider the most important factor to be the right skills, abilities and attitude for the job which will ultimately improve the well-being and education of the pupils.

For further information about the role please see the Job Description below.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact [e-mail].

Please note that we are unable to accept CV's, applicants must add their full education and employment history to their application.

Application Closing Date

Monday 19th October 2026 at 8am.

Bede's Trust is committed to building a truly inclusive school and cultivating a culture of equality, diversity and kindness. We believe that a diverse staff body reflects and supports the diversity of our pupils and wider society. We are an equal opportunity employer and in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expressions, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

Bede's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check.

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