Operations Assistant

Posting date:	05 September 2025
Salary:	£25,956 per year
Additional salary information:	Competitive
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	19 September 2025
Location:	Eton College, SL4 6DW
Company:	Eton College
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	eton/TP/21163/1291

Summary

We are seeking to appoint an Operations Assistant to join the team at Dorney Lake. Dorney Lake is a modern world-class rowing and flat water canoeing centre set in a spectacular 400-acre parkland near Windsor. This role is to assist in the day to day operations and responsibilities involved in all aspects of the site and business which include the grounds, buildings and events, with a focus on on-site security, water safety and the driving and maintenance of the various boats.

Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Benefits

Eton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.

Main Duties

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Maintenance of the safety, workboats and ancillary equipment;
• Maintenance of the pontoon systems, buoy systems, launches, PA system, outfall pipe and water quality of the lake;
• Maintenance of the buildings and their surroundings;
• Maintaining of the water banks in conjunction with the grounds staff;
• Maintaining security of the buildings, grounds and workshop;
• Ensuring that safety boats are functional before any authorised users of the lake go afloat;
• Managing Lake and boathouse booking system, booking in arrivals and taking payment when required;
• Maintaining aquatic weed control;
• Covering water safety for external boating clients, mall events or water based activities;
• co-ordination, implementation and adherence of the health and safety of water safety policies;
• Dealing with customer service issues with the help of access control, security department and contractors.
• Working as a duty manager as required to problem solve any unforeseen issues that may arise during an event hire.

All employees of Eton College are also expected to:

• Have a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood.
• Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.
• Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion.

The Ideal Candidate

You may enjoy this role if :

• Ability to deal with conflict and difficult situations with confidence and a calm approach;
• Have good interpersonal skills – able to liaise with clients, members of the public and members of the Eton College community;
• Have a flexible approach to work and a ‘can do’ attitude;
• Have the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
• Enjoy working as part of a team and you are happy to get stuck in and support your colleagues;
• Ability to come up with creative solutions to problems.

Working Pattern

• You will be employed on a permanent basis
• Your working hours will be 40 hours per week
• Your working days will be confirmed with your line manager but will Include some weekend and evening working on a rota basis.
• You will be working 52 weeks per year.
• You will be entitled to 5.8 weeks of holiday each year.

About The College

We are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on recruitment@etoncollege.org.uk so we can make adjustments accordingly.

DISCLOSURE CHECKS

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.