Domestic Assistant

Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Domestic Assistant to join our dedicated team. This role is vital in supporting both our kitchen and cleaning operations to ensure a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Kitchen Support

• • Assist with lunch preparation and service
• • Set up and clear down the dining room before and after lunch
• • Wash up and clean kitchen and dining areas post-service
• • Support the Cook with end-of-day cleaning and kitchen lock-up
• • Maintain hygiene standards in line with Health & Safety regulations
• • Carry out additional tasks as directed by the Cook

Domestic Duties

• • Daily cleaning of classrooms, specialist rooms, staff areas, offices, and corridors
• • Maintain hygiene in all bathroom, toilet, and shower areas
• • Participate in deep cleaning for special events
• • Use appropriate cleaning equipment and materials safely
• • Collect and dispose of waste, including recycling
• • Store cleaning materials securely and safely
• • Perform other reasonable duties as required

Health & Safety

• • Follow all school health and safety procedures
• • Use appropriate signage during cleaning
• • Ensure safe passageways, especially fire escape routes
• • Store equipment securely to prevent accidents or misuse
• • Keep cleaning cupboards tidy and equipment in safe condition

Person Specification

• • Awareness of health and safety and hygiene practices
• • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• • Reliable, punctual, and committed to maintaining high standards
• • Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential

Why work for us?

• Supportive and friendly school community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including;

• Access to health and well-being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous life cover

Who are we?

Opened in 2018, Arc Oakbridge School is an independent special day school in the Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham with a specially designed learning environment created to meet the needs of autistic children. We provide a calm, low arousal, safe, positive and nurturing place where young people can learn and grow.

Arc Oakbridge School is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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