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Housekeeping Assistant – Mayfield School
Location: Mayfield, East Sussex

Why Join Us?
At Mayfield, we take pride in providing a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where our students can excel academically and personally. As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will contribute directly to the school’s atmosphere, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness across our boarding houses, classrooms, and communal spaces. Previous experience is not required—what we value most is a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a desire to be part of a collaborative, dedicated team. Full training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cleaning and maintaining a variety of school areas, including classrooms, boarding facilities, and communal spaces.
• Ensuring all floors are cleaned, carpets vacuumed, and furniture maintained.
• Completing wet cleaning tasks such as scrubbing showers, toilets, and sinks.
• Managing waste disposal and following school protocols for waste management.
• Supporting the creation of a healthy, tidy, and safe environment conducive to learning.
• Complying with all health and safety regulations and school policies.

The Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for individuals who are:

• Friendly, reliable, and committed to upholding high cleanliness standards.
• Detail-oriented and motivated, with a flexible approach to work.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable using standard cleaning materials and chemicals.
• Passionate about working in an environment that prioritizes student welfare.

Working Hours & Benefits:

• Part-Time (30 hours per week)
• Hours: 07:00 – 13:00, Monday to Friday
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including:
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health and wellbeing services
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Free on-site parking

How to Apply:
If you’re ready to be part of our exceptional team, we would love to hear from you! Please complete the application form found on our website: www.mayfieldgirls.org/vacancies. Please note that only applications with a completed form will be considered.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our HR Department at hr@mayfieldgirls.org.

Closing date for applications: 27th July 2026

Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received, and the school reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

Mayfield School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and successful applicants will be subject to child protection checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Mayfield School is an equal opportunities employer.

Charity Reg No: 1047503

Pay: £12.71-£13.06 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person