Domestic Assistant - Part time flexible hours in Shifnal

Job Title: Domestic Assistant Location: Higford School, Near Shifnal, Shropshire TF11 9ET Salary: £13.25 per hour Monday to Friday, 3 hours per day Contract: Permanent; Term Time plus Two Weeks Start: January 2026 At Higford School, we believe every role has a purpose — and as our new Domestic Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for the young people we support. As part of the Options Autism family, we’re committed to providing a caring, supportive setting — and your work behind the scenes will help us do just that. You’ll be part of our Facilities Team, helping to keep the school clean, tidy, and running smoothly. No two days are the same — from general daily cleaning to supporting special deep-cleaning projects during school holidays, your attention to detail will help create a space our students and staff are proud of. While experience is a bonus, what matters most is your can-do attitude, trustworthiness, and willingness to get stuck in. Carry out daily cleaning tasks across classrooms, corridors, and shared areas Clean fixtures, fittings, floors, walls, and internal woodwork in line with cleaning schedules Help with deep-cleaning programmes during school closures or designated breaks Collect and dispose of waste safely and efficiently Keep cleaning materials organised and stored securely You’ll be joining a supportive, close-knit team where everyone’s contribution is valued — because we know a clean, safe school helps our young people feel calm, comfortable, and ready to learn. Previous cleaning experience is helpful — but not essential Options Higford is a specialist school set in 28 acres of beautiful Shropshire countryside. We provide a high quality, holistic education for up to 60 autistic students who also have associated behavioural needs. We provide personalised curriculums for each student based on their individual needs and aim to support them to make progress academically, socially, with skills for life, regulating their emotions and accessing the community. For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. Why join Options Autism? We place the outcomes of the pupils and vulnerable young adults in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS. Life Assurance ~ Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions ~“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including: ~ A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits ~100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad ~ Cycle to Work Schemes ~ Electric Car Purchase Scheme ~ Critical illness cover ~ Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.