Compassionate Care Home Housekeeper

The Royal British Legion; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days holiday

Pension contributions

Night rates & overtime

Flexible hours

Free on-site parking

DBS check

Uniform provided

EAP services

Retail discounts

Training courses

Job summary

The Royal British Legion is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant at Dunkirk Memorial House Care Home in Taunton. You will maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment by carrying out a range of housekeeping tasks to high standards and support residents’ wellbeing through social interaction and service.

This permanent role is 35 hours per week, with 5 shifts over 7 days including weekends. Rate of pay is £13.06 to £13.26 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping in care settings preferred.
• Ability to work in a compassionate, resident-centered environment.
• Full UK right to work and commuting distance within reasonable range.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a variety of housekeeping tasks as part of daily duties, assisting residents to keep bedrooms tidy. Using supplies and equipment according to health and safety standards.
• Provide excellent care and develop good relations with our residents to enhance their overall experience.
• Ensure all areas remain safe, comfortable, accessible and safe for our residents
• Ensure manual handling equipment and associated devices are routinely checked and cleaned for functional and safe use (reporting any damage if required).
• Uphold strict hygiene practices with infection prevention control methods.

Skills

Housekeeping

Patient interaction

Health & safety

Time management

Job description

The Royal British Legion is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant at Dunkirk Memorial House Care Home in Taunton. You will maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment by carrying out a range of housekeeping tasks to high standards and support residents’ wellbeing through social interaction and service.

This permanent role is 35 hours per week, with 5 shifts over 7 days including weekends. Rate of pay is £13.06 to £13.26 per hour.