Bank Housekeeper

Bolton Hospice; Bolton; On-site; GBP 17,509; Part time

Job summary

A local hospice organization in Bolton is seeking an enthusiastic bank Housekeeper to join their Facilities team. The role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness across the hospice, supporting the housekeeping team during staff absences. Ideal candidates will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to the hospice's values. Experience in a clinical setting is desirable, although training will be provided. Flexible working hours at a rate of £12.71 per hour are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a housekeeper with high personal standards.
• Ability to work well in a team setting.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the housekeeping team's operations across the hospice.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness.
• Carry out specialized cleaning in treatment rooms and pharmacy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Empathetic approach

Job description

Our team of doctors, nurses and other professional staff provide expert care and support for local people with terminal or life-limiting illnesses and their families, in the hospice and at home. We not only take care of patients' physical needs, but we also consider their emotional, spiritual, and social needs too; and we support families and close friends, both during illness and in bereavement. To supplement our permanent housekeeping team, our team of ‘bank staff provides cover for planned and unplanned shortfalls in staffing, covering vacancies and staff absences. We are now seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and proactive bank Housekeeper to provide operational cover within the hospice, as and when required, as part of our Facilities team.

£12.71 per hour

Ad hoc, flexible working hours

The Role:

This role supports the smooth running of our housekeeping team across all areas of the hospice, especially during staff absences, leave, or busy periods. The post holder will carry out a range of cleaning and domestic tasks, helping to maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the hospice. This includes specialized cleaning in areas like treatment rooms and the pharmacy, as well as looking after cleaning equipment.

What you need:

We are looking for an experienced housekeeper with high personal standards and a commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice. You must be able to work well in a team and have good interpersonal and communication skills, along with a non-judgmental and empathetic approach. Experience of working in a clinical environment would be desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

Closing Date for Applications: Thursday, 30th April 2026

For an informal discussion about the role and working for Bolton Hospice, please email a request to [e-mail] and a member of the facilities team will be in touch.

Bolton Hospice welcomes applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, marital status or sexual orientation. Any appointment will be made on merit alone. Any offer of employment for this post will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check. Bolton Hospice