Eton College – Operations Assistant

We are seeking to appoint an Operations Assistant to join the team at Dorney Lake, a modern world‑class rowing and flat water canoeing centre set in a spectacular 400‑acre parkland near Windsor.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Maintenance of safety workboats and ancillary equipment.
• Maintenance of pontoon systems, buoy systems, launches, PA system, outfall pipe and water quality of the lake.
• Maintenance of the buildings and their surroundings.
• Maintenance of water banks in conjunction with the grounds staff.
• Maintaining security of the buildings, grounds and workshop.
• Ensuring safety boats are functional before any authorised users of the lake go afloat.
• Managing lake and boathouse booking system, booking arrivals and collecting 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 assistance from access control, security department and contractors.
• Working as a duty manager as required to problem‑solve unforeseen issues that may arise during an event hire.

All employees of Eton College are also expected to :

The Ideal Candidate

Working Pattern

You will be employed on a permanent basis, working 40 hours per week with some weekend and evening work on a rota basis. You will work 52 weeks per year and be entitled to 5.8 weeks of holiday each year.

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, 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.

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.

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 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 DBS guidance and Code of Practice. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.

Salary : Up to £25,956 per annum depending on skills and experience

Type : Full Time

Application Dates : From Monday 8th September 2025 to Friday 19th September 2025

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