Benenden School are looking to recruit friendly and reliable people to join our Domestic Department. No experience is required as you will be given full training, however you must be efficient and organised.
Housekeeper
Main duties are the general cleaning of all areas of the Boarding Houses, and around the School, using established cleaning techniques to ensure a clean and tidy environment at all times.
Applicants should have the ability to work well as part of a team and on their own initiative, as well as having a great sense humour. We want to attract, retain, and develop diverse talent at all levels, so that we are a great school, but also so that our students feel and understand the power and depth of a diverse community. Please note this is not a term time only position.
Hours
Monday to Friday, daily, 8:45am to 2:45pm. All Year Round, a total of 27.5 hours per week.
Salary: £19,286.40 per annum
About Benenden School
Benenden has been one of the leading day and boarding schools in Britain for more than 100 years. We were founded in 1923 and are situated in 250 acres of attractive parkland in Kent. There are 550 girls in the school, aged 11-18, with approximately 190 of those in the Sixth Form.
Staff are provided with meals whilst on duty. The School’s leisure facilities, including wonderful grounds, a fitness gym and swimming pool are free available for staff to use, when available.
For a full job description and to apply, please visit our website https://www.benenden.school/working-at-benenden/
Completed applications should be received by 9:00am Tuesday 22 September 2026 for both roles. We reserve the right to close these positions earlier if we appoint a suitable candidate.
The post-holder will be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children with whom they come into contact. They must ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy Statement at all times. This appointment will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Benenden School is committed to equal opportunities and equal pay for all employees.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £19,286.40 per year
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Free fitness classes
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
