APPLICANT INFORMATION PACKAppointment ofTemporary Laundry AssistantFlexible start dateCONTENTSAppointment ofSchool Bus DriverFor an Autumn Term (September 2024) startWelcome to Brambletye SchoolA Brambletye EducationThe Role at BrambletyeKey Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerson SpecificationA Brambletye WorkplaceSafeguarding, Equality & DiversityYour Application3456891011…. a very warm welcome and thank you so much for your interest in working at BrambletyeSchool.My name is Will Brooks, and it is my privilege to have been the Headmaster here at Brambletyesince 2015. Founded in 1919, Brambletye was originally a small boys’ boarding school in Kentbefore moving to its present location in 1933. Today we are a thriving independent co-ed prepschool for pupils aged 2 to 13 years, located in a large country house set in stunning and tranquilgrounds overlooking the Ashdown Forest and the Weir Wood Reservoir.At Brambletye our staff and pupils aspire to three core values - Work Hard, Play Hard and BeKind, and I am incredibly proud of my staff, they are the school’s greatest asset. From our Prep,Pre-Prep and Nursery staff and teaching assistants, our boarding team and our specialistteachers of sport, music, and drama through to our Bursary, Admin, Estates and Housekeepingdepartments, Brambletye pupils and their families benefit from a staff who are dedicated,accomplished and talented. Above all, we are immensely passionate about what we do andproud of where we work…it is a real team effort.I believe Brambletye offers a fantastic working environment, with a culture of openness,supportiveness and a strong emphasis placed on staff wellbeing and morale. I hope that you find this Applicant Information Pack useful and informative, and I look forwardto welcoming you to Brambletye soon.Will Brooks HeadmasterWELCOME TO BRAMBLETYE SCHOOLWe are a school with a strong sense of family - we share experiences and support each other.Our pupils learn to celebrate other pupils’ success as well as their own, and to be kind to thosearound them. A Brambletye education is focused on the individual. We encourage every pupil to find the areaor subject in which they can excel, building their confidence and self-esteem. A love of learningis fostered from an early age, and our pupils are taught to be generous of spirit and curiousabout the world around them. Most importantly, they are encouraged to recognise theiradvantages and develop into responsible citizens with an understanding of how they can makea difference in society. Pupils are taught a broad curriculum, leading to the Common Entrance or academicscholarship examinations at 13+; they are mostly class taught by a single teacher to the end ofYear 4, and by specialist subject teachers thereafter. Great emphasis is also placed on the extra-curricular side of school life. Sport, music, art, anddrama, as well as a wide variety of clubs and activities, play a prominent part in our pupils’timetable. Everyone at Brambletye, from the teachers and boarding staff through to our bursary andestates staff, is involved in the pastoral care of each pupil. Their wellbeing is at the very core ofour school, and it is our strong belief that true academic success can only be achieved whenbuilt on a foundation of happiness and confidence. Brambletye operates a multi-tiered pastoralsystem involving form tutors, personal tutors, House staff and boarding staff. There are currently 300 pupils at the school from Nursery to Year 8. Brambletye has a healthyblend of day pupils and boarders with many of our pupils opting to board ‘part time’ as dayboarders. From Brambletye, our pupils go on to a wide variety of senior schools, these include Tonbridge,Benenden, King’s Canterbury, Charterhouse, Sevenoaks, Eton, Brighton, Eastbourne, Ardingly,Hurst, Uppingham, Marlborough and Oundle.A BRAMBLETYE EDUCATIONOVERVIEW OF ROLEWorking as part of a small and friendly Housekeeping team, the Laundry Assistant will beresponsible for the efficient collection, cleaning, care, and return of a variety of laundry itemsincluding school uniforms, bedding, and towels.With excellent organisational skills, a strong work ethic, and a proactive approach tomaintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation. The Laundry Assistant will bedependable, detail-orientated, and will enjoy working in hands-on role, in a school environmentand understand the importance of reliability, discretion, and teamwork in supporting the widerschool community.HOURS OF WORKTerm-TimeMonday to Friday, 8.00am to 2.00pm ADDITIONAL HOURSSchool Inset DaysThere is the requirement to attend mandatory Inset sessions which will be communicatedthrough the Head of Housekeeping. These will be (but not limited to) whole school staffmeetings, safeguarding training, health and safety training, fire training etc.  These will be paid atthe postholder’s standard hourly rate as overtime.TEMPORARY LAUNDRY ASSISTANTMAIN DUTIES Sort laundry including uniforms, bedding, towels and other items by type, colour, andmaterial.Operate commercial washing, drying, and ironing equipment safely and effectively.Identify and remove stains using approved cleaning methods and products.Perform minor sewing and mending as required (e.g. buttons, small tears).Fold and store clean laundry to a high standard of presentation.Ensure accurate tracking and return of items to the correct individuals or locations.Collect soiled laundry from various areas such as changing rooms, boarding houses, ormedical centre.Use a school golf cart to transport clean and dirty laundry as needed.Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the laundry room and all associated equipment.Monitor stock levels of detergents and other supplies, reporting when restocking is needed.Comply with the school’s health and safety and safeguarding policies at all times.On occasion, support the Housekeeper’s with their cleaning duties.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESSupport and foster the aims of the School.Be professional and a good role model to the pupils at all times.Attend all staff meetings (if required), Inset days and any other relevant training whenappropriate.Be familiar with the school’s health and safety guidance and be responsible for personalhealth and safety and that of the pupils.Perform reasonable additional duties as required by the School, commensurate with thepost.SAFEGUARDINGComplete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check (DBS) and any other safeguardingchecks.Ensure familiarisation with key safeguarding policies and documents e.g. Child Protection(Safeguarding) Policy, KCSIE, Prevent Policy, Anti-Bullying Policy, IT: E-Safety Policy, StaffCode of Conduct etc.Commit to regular training regarding safeguarding e.g. Child Protection, Prevent etc. Be fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all pupils at Brambletye School.Responsible  to:Head of HousekeepingResponsible for:N/AKEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESThe postholder may be reasonably required to perform duties other than those given in the jobdescription for the post. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post mayvary from time to time without changing the character of the duties or the level of theresponsibility entailed. If during the course of time the duties and responsibilities detailed should change significantlyand for a sustained period of time, the job description will be reviewed and amended inconsultation with the postholder. It is the shared responsibility of the postholder and their line manager to ensure that jobdescriptions are kept up to date.Job Description Written/Updated:August 2025By:Head of Housekeeping/HR ManagerThe selection of applicants for shortlisting will be based on this specification, thereforeapplicants should bear this in mind when preparing and completing their application form. QUALIFICATIONSA full UK driving licence and aged 21 or over (for insurance purposes when operating schoolvehicles).SKILLS & EXPERIENCEAbility to lift up to 15 kg unaided and stand for long periods.Good working knowledge of using commercial or industrial laundry equipment (desirable).Basic sewing or mending skills (desirable).Strong organisational and time management abilities.Experience in a similar role such as in a school, hotel, care home, or healthcare setting(desirable).Ability to follow hygiene and health & safety procedures accurately.PERSONAL QUALITIESReliable, punctual, and trustworthy.High attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs of the school.Positive attitude and willingness to take initiative.Discreet and respectful of the school environment and the needs of pupils and staff.Presentable, smart in appearance and professional in conduct.Possess an efficient working manner and good time management skills.Able to work in an organised and methodical manner.Calm, with the ability to work under pressure.Comfortable with and able to meet the physical demands of the role.Willingness to participate in training offered by the school.PERSON SPECIFICATIONSALARY The hourly rate is £12.78.PROBATION PERIODThere is a 1-month probationary period for this role.PENSION You will be automatically enrolled into the school pension scheme if you meet the eligibilitycriteria. INDUCTION As a new member of staff, you will have a thorough and supportive induction process.  This willinclude: A comprehensive tour of the school and facilities Meeting key members of staff Child protection and safeguarding trainingHealth and Safety induction PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & APPRAISALS All members of staff are encouraged to participate in Continuous Professional Developmentand the school holds regular appraisals with staff. WELLBEING & THE BRAMBLETYE COMMUNITY Great emphasis is placed on staff well-being and morale where a culture of mutual support forcolleagues is encouraged and fostered. There is a highly active Brambletye community withstaff social events take place throughout the year. LEISURE FACILITIES Complimentary use of our excellent leisure facilities when available, which include a sports hall,squash courts, tennis courts and all-weather pitch. A BRAMBLETYE WORKPLACESAFEGUARDING AT BRAMBLETYE Brambletye School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children andyoung people, and expects all staff, Governors, and volunteers to share this commitment.   Successful applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to thepost including reference checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.All positions at Brambletye School are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974,therefore ALL convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings (including those whichwould normally be considered 'spent' under the Act) MUST be declared, subject to the DBSfiltering rules. All information given will be treated as confidential and each case will be taken onits merits. Failure to disclose this information may result in the withdrawal of an offer ofemployment or immediate termination of employment.Brambletye School is committed to providing outstanding safeguarding of the children in ourcare. You will be required to adhere to the School’s safeguarding policy and guidelines andensure that the safeguarding of children underpins everything that you do. EVERY member ofstaff at Brambletye School has the responsibility to safeguard the children in our care.Brambletye School’s Child Protection (Safeguarding) Policy can be found at here. EQUALITY & DIVERSITY Brambletye School values Equality and Diversity in everything we do. All applicants will betreated with respect, dignity and provided with the support they require to complete theirrecruitment journey with the School.SAFEGUARDING, EQUALITY & DIVERSITYHOW TO APPLY An application form can be downloaded from the Brambletye School website.  Please completethe application form and send it to Heather White (HR Manager) via hwhite@brambletye.com.If you have any queries about the recruitment process and/or the completion of theapplication form, please get in touch with Heather who would be happy to help.SHORTLISTINGApplications will be assessed against the information provided in this document. Shortlistedapplicants will be invited to attend an interview held at Brambletye School.ONLINE CHECKSAll shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online background check as part of the School’sdue diligence and commitment to safeguarding.REFERENCESPlease note that references will be taken prior to interview unless indicated otherwise.OVERSEAS POLICE CHECK Applicants who have lived outside of the UK for more than 3 months in the past 10 years will berequired to provide a police check from their country/countries of residence. SUPPORTING RECRUITMENT DOCUMENTS & POLICIES Applicants should familiarise themselves with the School’s supporting recruitment documentsand policies, these are available on vacancies page of the School’s website here. TERM DATESInformation about the School’s term dates can be accessed here.KEY DATES Please note that we will be interviewing as applications are received, therefore early applicationis strongly advised. We reserve the right to close this vacancy when a suitable appointment has been made.YOUR APPLICATION