Health Centre Domestic Assistant

The Domestic Assistant will be responsible for cleaning designated areas within the health centre to ensure that all inpatients are cared for in a safe and hygienic environment. The Domestic Assistant will also be responsible for ensuring that inpatients are well catered for during their stay.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

• Cleaning, washing, sweeping, vacuum cleaning, emptying of litter bins, polishing, dusting of all fixtures and fittings of the designated areas within the health centre, including toilets, bathrooms, and shower areas.
• Using where appropriate the correct powered equipment for vacuuming, shampooing, scrubbing & polishing of floor areas.
• Ensuring that all inpatients have their breakfast trays cleared away during the morning in a timely manner.
• Cleaning dishes, utensils and crockery used for breakfast and ensuring that it is ready for use again.
• Ensuring that all beds are made, and that laundry is carried out appropriately and regularly.
• Ensuring that all duties are carried out with hygiene and infection control in mind.
• To perform other such duties as may be reasonably requested by the Senior Nurse Manager to ensure the safe and effective operation of the Health Centre.

All employees of Eton College are also expected to:

• Have 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 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.

To be successful in the role you should have:

• Previous experience of cleaning in a similar environment
• The ability to communicate at all levels;
• Excellent time management and organisational skills;
• The flexibility to work as part of a team, as well as possessing a sense of self-motivation to use own initiative at all times;
• Great attention to detail and take pride in your work – you’re keen to deliver the highest possible standards;
• A flexible approach to work and a positive 'can do' attitude;
• Good time management and organisational skills.

Your working hours will be 9.00am to 1.00pm, from Monday to Friday. The role is for term-time only plus 3 days before the boys start back at the beginning of each term and after they leave at the end of each term, the equivalent of working 40.6 weeks of the year including holiday entitlement of 5.6 weeks.

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.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us so we can make adjustments accordingly.

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as 'spent' under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.