Domestic Assistant (Job Ref: 860-FAC)

£14.80 per hour| Permanent | Fulltime | Allen Hall Seminary, London | Closing date 18th May Midday | Interview date to be confirmed

Domestic Assistant Full Time- JD

EMPLOYEE REWARDS AND BENEFITS 2026

About the Role

Allen Hall Seminary is a Roman Catholic seminary where men live and train for the priesthood. We are seeking a reliable and dedicated Domestic Assistant to help maintain high standards of cleanliness and care throughout the seminary. This is a vital role in ensuring a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

1. To service guestrooms
2. To undertake the following housekeeping tasks:
   • Clean and hoover the reception area, student common room, communal spaces in the complex, classrooms and offices, staff sitting rooms and kitchenettes
   • Service priest’s flats including their kitchen, ovens, washing-up, bathrooms and making their beds
   • To collect, launder, iron and replace the Rectors and other resident priests’ personal laundry
   • Undertake house laundry i.e. beddings, towels, uniforms etc.
   • Clean laundry area including machines and washing down floors

1. Repair priests’ laundry and house linen.
2. To prepare refreshments for meetings/conferences
3. Set the tables in the resident priests’ breakfast room and refectory and prepare tea/coffee for breakfast, two days a week
4. Assisting with the operation of the hostel (July & August): This will include setting up and spring cleaning every guest room and common area. Set up and clear breakfasts, clean all kitchenettes and bathrooms each day. Service guest rooms each day. Laundry each day i.e. sheets and towels. Work weekends and bank holiday during hostel operation.
5. Undertaking required training and supporting ad hoc duties as needed

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is not only competent in domestic housework but who also embodies our diocesan values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love.Essential Criteria:

• Previous experience in a similar domestic or housekeeping role
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively and maintain attention to detail
• Physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role
• Flexible, adaptable, and proactive in your approach
• Willingness to work respectfully within, and support, the mission and ethos of the Catholic Church
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and respect for diverse groups

Desirable:

• Experience working in a faith-based, charitable, or non-profit organisation

Experience working in a faith-based or charitable setting is welcome but not essential.

What we offer you

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:

✔23 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

✔Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses

✔Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services

✔Pension scheme for eligible employees – 5% paid by the employer

✔Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension

✔Cycle to work scheme

✔Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

✔Employee Assistance Programme

✔Life assurance/ Death in Service benefit

Who we are

We are the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster, a faith-driven charity rooted in service, tradition, and community.

At the core of our mission is a commitment to faith, education, and social justice. Guided by the Archbishop, we serve over 90,000 students across 208 schools, support 212 vibrant parishes, and drive countless social initiatives that bring hope and compassion to those in need. Our work extends beyond the Church walls, positively shaping communities and transforming lives.

We uphold the values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love—principles that define our mission and shape the way we serve. As we grow our team, we seek individuals who not only possess the skills for the role but also embody these values in their daily work.

If you are looking for a role where your talents, faith, and commitment to service can make a real