Overview
Housekeeper x 2
Scale 1 £24,413 - £24,796 pro rata per annum
21 hours per week, all year round - Permanent
Start Date - As Soon As Possible
Role details
The South Wolds Academy & Sixth Form in Keyworth is seeking to fill the position of Housekeeper. The hours of work will be Monday to Thursday 2.15 pm to 6.30 pm and Friday 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm.
Previous experience in a school environment is not essential but a commitment to high standards of hygiene and cleanliness is required. Previous experience in either catering, housekeeping or general cleaning would be an advantage but is not necessary.
Responsibilities and expectations
You will need to demonstrate a commitment to working in a safe manner and be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check. This role involves a lot of walking around and the laying out and putting away of furniture, so you need to be physically able to meet those requirements. You must be a good communicator, enjoy working around young people and be willing to help your team when the unexpected happens.
We will train you in the specific aspects of the job; you just need to bring a willingness to learn, a good sense of humour and a friendly and approachable manner.
Application guidance
On the application form, please focus on a detailed 'supporting statement' taking into account the person specification and indicating why you would be the best person for us to recruit to this position.
Further information
For further information regarding the post, or to arrange an informal discussion about the post, please contact Gail Burrows at gburrows@southwolds.co.uk or call the school office on 0115 937 3506.
The successful candidate will have to meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be offered the post, will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Safeguarding checks will be undertaken during the recruitment process and this may include online searches.
We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.
Closing date and interviews
Closing date for receipt of applications is 09:00am on Friday 19 September 2025.
Interviews will be held shortly after this date. We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates prior to that date. Should this prove successful we may close to new applicants earlier, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
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