Housekeeper (Part-time, Evenings)

Bede's Co; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Training

Uniform

Environment by the sea

30 days + BH holiday

Job summary

Bede’s Trust is seeking housekeepers for our Prep School in Eastbourne. Join a supportive team delivering a high standard of cleaning for students and staff in a beautiful seaside setting.

The role is permanent, part-time (20 hours/week, 4.00pm-8.00pm, Mon-Fri, 52 weeks). An hourly rate of £12.71 accompanies a broad benefits package and full training to ensure quality service and safety.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience is a plus but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and a reliable work ethic.
• COSHH knowledge preferred, with training available.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Cleaning across school areas to a high standard.
• Apply COSHH procedures when handling cleaning materials and chemicals.
• Maintain cleaning machinery and tools, report repairs as needed.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure seamless service delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Join the Team at Bede’s Trust: Housekeepers (Prep School)

Are you detail-oriented, reliable, and proud of delivering a high standard of work? Bede’s Trust is looking for dedicated individuals 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.

The Role

You will be part of a supportive team responsible for providing a comprehensive cleaning service across all areas of the school. Your focus will be on quality, efficiency, and maintaining the first-class standards our community expects.

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.

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

We will be offering permanent, part-time positions, consisting of 20 hours per week, 4.00pm - 8.00pm, Monday - Friday, 52 weeks per year.

Offering an hourly rate salary of £12.71 per hour along with a range of staff benefits including:

• 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.
• 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,
• 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.

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.