Compassionate Housekeeping & Laundry Assistant

Avery Healthcare Group; Sidcup; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is hiring a Housekeeping Assistant at Frognal House Care Home in Sidcup, Kent. You will work as part of a team to maintain high standards of cleanliness and laundry services, following our procedures to deliver hotel-style service in a care home.

We value compassion, respect and reliability, with DBS clearance and eligibility to work in the UK required. The role offers training and development within a supportive environment.

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 and Safety knowledge

Moving and Handling techniques

Fire Safety

COSHH assessments

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is hiring a Housekeeping Assistant at Frognal House Care Home in Sidcup, Kent. You will work as part of a team to maintain high standards of cleanliness and laundry services, following our procedures to deliver hotel-style service in a care home.

We value compassion, respect and reliability, with DBS clearance and eligibility to work in the UK required. The role offers training and development within a supportive environment.