Bank Housekeeping Assistant

The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice; Farnham, Guildford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan (matched up to 7.5%)

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Discount Card

Skill Development and Training

Diverse Training Courses

Job summary

The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice is seeking a Bank Housekeeping Assistant to support our busy housekeeping team on our in-patient unit. The role is based in Farnham, Surrey, with flexibility to cover our Guildford site at the Beacon Centre. Previous experience is preferred but not essential, and in-house training is provided.

We offer excellent benefits, flexible hours and a supportive team. Applications welcomed from all sections of the community. For more information contact Julie Erdilek.

Qualifications

• The ability to support clinicians.
• A flexible and professional approach.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong team working skills as well as the ability to work independently.
• Basic computer skills.

Skills

Support clinicians

Flexible and professional

Interpersonal skills

Team working

Basic computer skills

Job description

Bank Housekeeping Assistant
£13.09 per hour
Various shifts available (weekdays, evenings and weekends)
Location: Farnham or Guildford, Surrey

Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference? At Phyllis Tuckwell, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional care to our patients and their families and carers.

Phyllis Tuckwell has vacancies for bank housekeeping assistants to join our busy housekeeping team, on our in-patient unit, which is based in Farnham, Surrey, but also with the flexibility, when needed, to cover our Guildford site based at the Beacon Centre. Our housekeepers are an essential part of our team, not only for housekeeping, but also maintaining a positive and friendly atmosphere for our patients and their families. Previous experience of similar work in an in-patient unit environment preferred, but not essential. The role provides in-house training for the successful candidate.

About You

A successful Bank Housekeeping Assistant will have:

• The ability to support clinicians
• A flexible and professional approach
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong team working skills as well as the ability to work independently
• Basic computer skills

For a full list of essential requirements, please refer to the job description and person specification document.

About Us

We are based in Farnham and Guildford, and provide bespoke, compassionate palliative and end of life care for people living with an advanced or terminal illness, across West Surrey and North-East Hampshire.

Phyllis Tuckwell is a very special place to work. Our staff make a real difference to the lives of our patients and their loved ones, providing outstanding care at a time that really matters. Our Housekeeping team members are pivotal in helping deliver our vital services, ensuring 'every day is precious' for our patients.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, with the principles of fairness and equality at its core. We are an equal opportunities employer, who values and respects our employees' unique knowledge, skills and experiences. We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. All appointments are made following a fair and equitable process, based on merit, job requirements and business need.

We Offer:

Excellent Benefits

• Phyllis Tuckwell Group Personal Pension Plan (matched contributions up to 7.5%)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Discount Card
• Skill Development and Training
• Diverse Training Courses

A Great Place to Work

• Flexible hours and flexible working
• Supportive colleagues
• 97% of our staff are proud to work for Phyllis Tuckwell*

*Phyllis Tuckwell Birdsong Hospice staff survey 2023

For further information regarding the role or to arrange an informal visit please contact Julie Erdilek, Housekeeping and Catering Manager on [e-mail] or phone [phone].

Closing date for applications:

Monday 21stSeptember 2026

Interviews to be held:

Wednesday 30th September 2026

Please note that we do not hold a sponsor licence and therefore are unable to provide sponsorship.

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.