Outcomes First Group
Bolton
Salary:
£13,000 per annum
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Apply by:
24 September 2025
Job overview
How would you like to get paid for five days, but only work four?
At Outcomes First Group, we believe in better work/life balance — and we're putting wellbeing first.
That's why we're proud to be part of a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW) trial, where you can work one day less each week (or equivalent hours), while still receiving your full-time pay.
Many of our schools have already introduced the 4DWW — and others are preparing to roll it out as soon as they reach full staffing. So, whether it's already in place or just around the corner, now's the perfect time to join #teamOFG.
Job Title: Domestic Assistant
Location: Orchards Manor, Near Kings Lynn, Downham Market, PE34 3HT
Salary: £13,000 per annum
Hours: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
We are looking for a Domestic Assistant for our New Options Autism School - Orchards Manor School, Near Kings Lynn, Downham Market
About the role
To provide the school with a high level of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the whole building layout
Key Task Areas and Responsibilities
To promote the good reputation of the school by cleaning all areas to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene
To ensure all equipment and chemicals are used and handled correctly at all times, in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, COSHH regulations and health and Safety legislation. Use all supplies correctly and to minimising waste
To carry out all daily and weekly routines together with any special cleaning duties as directed and necessary
To support other members of the domestic team to look complete work that requires extra members of staff to complete the task
To assist in the operation of the laundry where necessary
To report all compliments, comments and complaints
To report any defects, damage, theft, breakages or hazards
To carry out all duties in a safe manner having regard for the health, safety and welfare of self, staff, Service Users and other persons on site
Experience
Relevant experience of domestic duties
Experience of effective cleaning practices
Good working knowledge of domestic practices
Good knowledge of domestic duties including the use and storage of relevant products
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
About us
Our New Options Autism School – Orchards Manor School is proposed to open in June 2025 and will have capacity for 72 pupils with a variety of complex needs including ASC.
For over 16 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.
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 the 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.
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:
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. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
* You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
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About Outcomes First Group
Outcomes First Group
Atria, Spa Road, Bolton
BL1 4AG
United Kingdom
Everything we do at Outcomes First Group is built around care, compassion, quality and impact. We work very hard to make a crucial difference in the lives of pupils. We take an individualised approach – understanding that no two people, or their challenges, are ever the same. That goes for both the young people we support, and the teammates we work with.
We believe in treating others and ourselves with respect and consideration. Outcomes First Group is an inclusive place to work, in which we want each of our colleagues to feel valued and heard – this is summarised in Our Vision, Mission and Promise.
Our Vision: Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world
Our Mission: We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations.
Our Promise
We listen. We never assume.
We work together. To make the remarkable happen.
We are accountable. To each other and for one another.
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