Private Accommodation Cleaner - 14 hours per week

Eton College; Clewer Village; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Clewer Village is seeking a dedicated cleaner to maintain high standards of cleanliness in the House Master's private accommodation. The ideal candidate is attentive to detail, enjoys working with young people, and has a positive attitude. Responsibilities include general cleaning duties and ensuring compliance with safeguarding procedures. The role offers 14 hours per week, with flexible working hours and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised lunches

Access to sports and leisure facilities

Discounts at local businesses

Qualifications

• Must be prepared to undertake training in cleaning.
• A flexible approach to work and a positive 'can do' attitude.
• Ability to work unsupervised and use own initiative.

Responsibilities

• General cleaning duties of House Master's private accommodation.
• Answer the door in House Master's absence.
• Ensure all safeguarding procedures are complied with.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cleaning experience

Engagement with young people

Good verbal communication skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• General cleaning duties of House Master's private accommodation (this may include ironing) - cleaning, washing/laundry, sweeping, vacuum cleaning, emptying of litter bins, polishing, dusting, cleaning bedrooms, toilets, bathrooms and shower areas if applicable;
• Answering the door in House Master's absence;
• Must be prepared to undertake training in cleaning as directed;
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required;
• Any other duties reasonably requested;
• All employees of Eton College are also expected to:
  • Develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as 'regulated activity';
  • Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required, complying with all safeguarding procedures and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood.
  • Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality;
  • Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion.

You may enjoy this role, if

• You take pride in your work and pay great attention to detail, delivering the highest possible standards;
• You have worked in a similar role, or have previous cleaning, serving or housekeeping experience, however this is not essential if you have the right attitude and you are keen to learn;
• You understand the impact your work has on pupils who are away from home, especially those who have recently joined the College and who are in unfamiliar surroundings;
• You enjoy engaging with young people, you are keen to develop good relationships with pupils, and you will always act in the pupils\' best interests;
• You have a flexible approach to work and a positive 'can do' attitude;
• You enjoy working as part of a team and are co-operative, flexible and work collaboratively to support your colleagues;
• You are able to work unsupervised and use your own initiative;
• You have good verbal communication skills;
• You are punctual and well presented;

Working hours and terms

• Your working hours will be 14 hours per week;
• You will be working 40.6 weeks per year. (You will be paid over 12 months);
• The shift pattern is as follows:
  • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: 9am - 12.30pm
• You will be entitled to 5.6 weeks of holiday. (You must use all your entitlement (including any lieu days) during periods of school holidays. If a bank holiday falls during a school term period, you will be required to work this day and you will receive an additional day's holiday in lieu).

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College's sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.