Job Title

At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!Job Title: Domestic AssistantLocation: Higford School, Near Shifnal, Shropshire TF11 9ETSalary: 13.25 per hourHours: 15 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 3 hours per dayContract: Permanent; Term Time plus Two WeeksStart: December 2025UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorshipAt Higford School, we believe every role has a purpose and as our new Domestic Assistant, youll 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, were committed to providing a caring, supportive setting and your work behind the scenes will help us do just that.About the RoleWere looking for someone reliable, friendly, and ready to roll up their sleeves. Youll 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.Your Main Responsibilities:Carry out daily cleaning tasks across classrooms, corridors, and shared areasClean fixtures, fittings, floors, walls, and internal woodwork in line with cleaning schedulesMaintain toilets, changing rooms, and other sanitary areas to high standardsHelp with deep-cleaning programmes during school closures or designated breaksCollect and dispose of waste safely and efficientlyRefill and replace supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and hand towelsKeep cleaning materials organised and stored securelyYoull be joining a supportive, close-knit team where everyones contribution is valued because we know a clean, safe school helps our young people feel calm, comfortable, and ready to learn.Who Were Looking For:A positive, dependable team playerSomeone who takes pride in their work and pays attention to the little thingsAble to work independently and as part of a teamPrevious cleaning experience is helpful but not essentialA friendly, respectful approach and willingness to learnAbout UsOptions 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. Class groups have five students in with at least 1:1 staffing. 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. 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 youll 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.BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including:Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checksAnd a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including:A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverFamily Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.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.#1