Compassionate Housekeeping & Laundry Aide — Elder Care

NHS Jobs; Knowle; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Housekeeping Assistant for Knowle Gate Care Home in Knowle. You will be part of a team ensuring cleanliness and laundry standards while maintaining a welcoming environment for residents.

As part of our values-driven culture, you will uphold dignity, respect, and compassionate service, with flexibility to cover various housekeeping tasks. DBS disclosure is required and cost borne by Avery. Eligibility to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents.
• The ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out all cleaning duties in accordance with worksheet instructions.
• Understanding the cleaning requirements of different surfaces and coverings and the properties of cleaning materials, ensuring that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition.
• Ensuring that all residents are treated with dignity and respect and that their personal space and belongings are always respected.

Skills

Health & Safety

Moving & Handling

Fire Safety

COSHH

Compassion

Flexibility

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Housekeeping Assistant for Knowle Gate Care Home in Knowle. You will be part of a team ensuring cleanliness and laundry standards while maintaining a welcoming environment for residents.

As part of our values-driven culture, you will uphold dignity, respect, and compassionate service, with flexibility to cover various housekeeping tasks. DBS disclosure is required and cost borne by Avery. Eligibility to work in the UK is required.