Domestic Assistant

Creating brighter futures starts with a clean, safe space. Could you be part of it? We're looking for a responsible, caring and motivated Domestic Assistant to join our fantastic team at Wetheringsett Manor School - a growing SEMH school set in 17 acres of beautiful Suffolk parkland. If you take pride in your work, enjoy being part of a supportive team, and want a role where what you do genuinely matters, this could be the perfect opportunity. At Wetheringsett Manor School, every member of staff plays a vital part in helping our children and young people thrive. As a Domestic Assistant, you'll help create a clean, safe and welcoming environment that supports pupils with varied and complex needs in their daily lives. Your work helps them feel secure, valued and ready to learn - and that's something to be proud of. What You'll Do You'll be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness across designated areas of the school, working under the guidance of our Domestic Supervisor and alongside a friendly, growing domestic team.

• Vacuuming, mopping and dusting
• Rubbish removal and general cleaning
• Ensuring all areas are well presented and safe
• Following school policies for reporting and recording
• Supporting a positive, caring environment where children can develop independence
We'll provide all equipment and clothing, and working hours are negotiable as long as weekly hours are completed.


• Proud of delivering high standards
• Motivated, reliable and able to work at pace
• Quality-focused and efficient
• Caring, respectful and committed to safeguarding
• A team player who enjoys working with others
  
  Set in the picturesque village of Wetheringsett, in Suffolk, our site has recently benefited from significant development. Our traditional manor house has expanded to include a modern classroom block with everything teachers and students could need. We believe in delivering an exceptional education and to do this we've invested in creating an environment which inspires learning, which coupled with our professional teaching team, gives our students a first class start in life.
Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact. We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. 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.
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
+ Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits + Hundreds of UK and international discounts + Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme + Critical illness cover + Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support