Domestic Housekeeper

Orchard Care Homes; Telscombe; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care provider in Telscombe is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for Riverdale Care Home. This role involves ensuring high cleanliness standards and contributing to a supportive environment for both residents and staff. The successful candidate will engage with individuals in the home, maintain confidentiality of personal information, and comply with all relevant health and safety regulations. Ideal for someone who values cleanliness and teamwork, providing essential care to our community.

Benefits

Funding for annual NMC revalidation and PIN renewal

Career development and training opportunities

Colleague discounts across various services

Company-supported pension scheme

Free emotional and financial support services

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Passion for maintaining cleanliness and outstanding service.
• Ability to work in a busy care home environment.
• Understanding of Health & Safety, COSHH, and Infection Prevention policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all areas of the Care Home are cleaned to a high standard.
• Maintain confidentiality of personal information.
• Comply with statutory and legal requirements.
• Report any faults in equipment to the management.
• Ensure adequate supplies of housekeeping items.
• Spot clean any spillages as they occur.
• Contribute to team meetings and training sessions.

Job description

Overview

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Are you passionate about maintaining high standards of cleanliness and providing an outstanding service?

Housekeeper – Riverdale Care Home

£12.21 per hour

Location: Sheffield Rd, Chesterfield, S41 7LL

Introduction to the role: When entering any one of our homes, everyone will notice our high standards of cleanliness. A clean, well maintained, and tidy environment has positive benefits on the physical and mental wellbeing of everyone in the home which is why this position plays an important role in the day-to-day operation of our homes.

You will engage with all the individuals living in the home, their families and be an advocate for the company, that’s why we are looking for team members who want to make a difference, are caring and will enjoy working in a busy care home environment.

Following stringent guidelines and ensuring chemicals are stored safely, you will be responsible for your own equipment and storeroom. This is a physically demanding job that will require you to deal with all aspects of cleanliness in the home.

Main Duties

• To ensure that all areas of the Care Home are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with the specific cleaning guidelines and schedules and that they effectively meet the individuals and home’s needs.
• To always respect and maintain confidentiality of personal information, including people’s right to privacy, dignity, and choice.
• To understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements which are relevant such as Health & Safety, COSHH, fire safety, all aspects of the Care Standards Act, have a clear understanding of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures, and measures to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.
• To make sure that all equipment used is in full, safe working order and immediately report any faults to the Home Management team.
• To check all areas of the home are supplied with adequate housekeeping items and inform the manager of any shortages.
• To always be alert and use your own initiative, spot clean any spillages as they occur.
• To be an active and helpful member of the team, contribute to meetings, attend training sessions, and ensure that the Care Home is a friendly and supportive working environment.

Benefits

• Funding for annual NMC revalidation and PIN renewal
• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Riverdale Care Homes

Within walking distance from the Parish Church and the River Rother, Riverdale Residential Care Home provides specialist residential and dementia care in a warm and friendly environment.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply today

If you\'re ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.