Royal Grammar School Newcastle - Domestic Assistant

Summary

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly Domestic Services team, helping to create a clean, safe and welcoming environment for both our Junior and Senior School communities.

Detail

Domestic Assistant (20 hours per week)

Required as soon as possible

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic individual to join our friendly Domestic Services team, helping to create a clean, safe and welcoming environment for both our Junior and Senior School communities.

As a Domestic Assistant, you’ll play an important role in delivering high-quality, professional cleaning services that support the day-to-day life of the school. You’ll become part of a supportive and collaborative facilities team, working alongside caretakers, maintenance staff, grounds staff and fellow domestic colleagues.

You will report to the Domestic Supervisor and be supported by an experienced Facilities and Estates leadership team, ensuring you have the guidance and resources you need to succeed in your role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team, and wants to make a meaningful contribution to a vibrant school environment.

Hours: This is a permanent, all year-round role which will include the compulsory safeguarding training at the start of each academic year and staff training days. Normal hours of work are 4.00pm-8.00pm (20 hours a week) on school days during term time.

During the school holidays, the Domestic Assistant will work between 7.00am and 11.00am (20 hours per week). Some work outside these hours, including weekends, may be required in connection with special school events.

Salary: £24852 gross per annum (Full time equivalent based on a 37.5 hour working week). The actual salary for 20 hours per week will be approx. £13254 gross per annum, which is equivalent to £12.71 per hour.

Excellent benefits available- please see our job information pack below for full details

Early applications are encouraged. Please note that the school reserves the right to close applications early and may call candidates in for interview as applications are received.

Closing Date: 9.00am Friday 12th June 2026

How to Apply: Send a covering letter and completed RGS Application Form to jobs@rgs.newcastle.sch.uk

Please note we are unable to accept CV applications.

RGS is committed to the safeguarding of children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and those working in school to share this commitment. The school applies the Government’s Keeping Children Safe in Education Safer Recruitment procedures to all candidates including appropriate pre-interview checks on shortlisted candidates and pre-employment checks pending any offer

Documents

• Domestic Assistant 20 hour- Job Information 06.2026 2 PDF Document