Housekeeper NEW

Wishford Schools; Corsham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 5%

Discount card

Refreshments

Holiday pay (pro rata)

Counselling services

Employee assistance

Christmas stand down

Team environment

Job summary

Heywood Prep is seeking a conscientious housekeeping assistant to maintain daily cleanliness across the school site. The role is 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 5 to 8pm, on a fixed-term contract with potential for extension.

You will handle replenishment of disposables, waste disposal, and basic maintenance reporting, contributing to a safe, welcoming environment. The ideal candidate is punctual, reliable and able to work well with pupils and colleagues, following health and safety

Qualifications

• Conscientious and reliable housekeeper.
• Polite, professional and friendly with pupils and staff.
• Flexible, reliable, punctual and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Clean the school to the highest standards daily.
• Report faults and malfunctions to line manager.
• Replenish disposables across the school (toilet rolls, hand towels, etc.).
• Ensure waste is disposed of correctly and secure premises by locking doors when appropriate.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and complete training as required.

Skills

Punctual

Reliable

Teamwork

Discretion

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

# HousekeeperEmployer: Heywood Prep SchoolLocation: Corsham, WiltshireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Part TimeSalary: £13.26 per hour/£10,339 per annumPosted: 11th November 2026Expires: 27th November 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1583842* Share :* PrintAt Heywood Prep, we create an exciting and engaging learning environment where each child’s individual needs are at the heart of our curriculum. As a caring and friendly community, we foster a love of learning and help our children build the confidence to reach their full potential.We are currently looking for a conscientious and reliable housekeeper to join our school site team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the daily cleaning of the school, ensuring it is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and presentation.Start date: As soon as possible**Hours, Salary & Benefits**Fixed term contract currently, however, there may be the option to extend to a permanent position.15 Hours per weekMonday to Friday 5 to 8pmSalary£13.26 per hour/£10,339 per annumBenefits Include* 5% employer pension contribution* Shopping discount card* Complimentary refreshments* Pro rata paid holiday and bank holidays* Access to group counselling services* Access to a 24/7 Employee assistance programme that offers lifestyle advice & wellbeing services* Discretionary Christmas stand down* Friendly and supportive team environmentJob Description:* Ensure the highest level of cleanliness is maintained throughout the school daily.* Ensure tools and equipment are in good working order, reporting any faults to your line manager.* Replenish disposable items across the school, including toilet rolls, hand towels, etc.* Ensure waste is disposed of correctly in the designated areas, such as general waste and recycling.* Where practical, ensure windows are closed, lights are switched off, and doors are locked.* Report health and safety issues to your line manager, including all accidents and near misses.* Undertake mandatory school training and any other training relevant to your role.Person Specification:* Always be polite, professional, and friendly with pupils and colleagues.* Work well as part of a team, and be willing to assist colleagues positively, including helping with other duties when needed.* Be flexible, reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.* Effectively manage your own time and prioritise tasks accordingly.### Safeguarding Statement:Wishford Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This will include checks with past employers, references, online searches, medical checks, overseas checks and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Wishford Education is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to religion, sex, age, disability, nationality or any other protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010.