Compassionate Hospice Housekeeping Assistant

Jobs and Business Glasgow; Scotland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobs and Business Glasgow is helping to recruit a Housekeeping Assistant for a hospice in Scotland. You will join a friendly team, perform cleaning, laundry and housekeeping duties, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients and visitors.

The role is 37.5 hours per week, on a rota basis across 7 days; a PVG Check is required. Full training will be provided and you’ll work closely with colleagues to uphold infection control standards.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year's experience working within a healthcare environment.
• Evidence of effective team-working skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and deep cleaning duties across hospice departments.
• Support laundry services, including washing, drying, ironing and distribution of linen.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in patient, visitor and staff areas.
• Replenish housekeeping supplies and assist with stock control.
• Ensure waste is disposed of safely in line with hospice procedures.
• Support infection prevention and control measures, including management of body fluid spillages.
• Report maintenance issues and equipment defects promptly.
• Assist with environmental audits and quality monitoring activities.
• Work collaboratively with staff, volunteers and visitors to meet housekeeping requirements.

Skills

Healthcare environment experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Jobs and Business Glasgow is helping to recruit a Housekeeping Assistant for a hospice in Scotland. You will join a friendly team, perform cleaning, laundry and housekeeping duties, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients and visitors.

The role is 37.5 hours per week, on a rota basis across 7 days; a PVG Check is required. Full training will be provided and you’ll work closely with colleagues to uphold infection control standards.