Head Housekeeper

Avery Healthcare; Bexleyheath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Head Housekeeper to oversee housekeeping and laundry services. The role demands a compassionate leader dedicated to maintaining high cleanliness standards and supporting the housekeeping team. Join a caring environment that values growth and respect.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee housekeeping and laundry services for high cleanliness standards.
• Prepare orders for cleaning materials and maintain stock levels.
• Supervise housekeeping and laundry team.

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Knowledge of health and safety regulations

Job description

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At Avery Healthcare, we are dedicated to supporting our care teams and celebrating their hard work. By joining us, you'll make a positive impact on residents' lives through your compassion and dedication. We offer a caring, supportive environment with opportunities for growth, development, and a culture that values respect and empathy.

We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Head Housekeeper. If you are passionate about high-quality care and leadership, we’d love to hear from you!

About The Role

Your main responsibility will be to oversee the housekeeping and laundry services, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and care for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out cleaning duties as per the job description.
• Preparing orders for cleaning materials, maintaining stock levels, and adhering to budget limits.
• Monitoring and maintaining high standards of cleanliness by supervising the housekeeping and laundry team.
• Providing instruction and support to new staff on cleaning tasks and materials.

About You

To succeed, you should embody our values of caring, supportiveness, honesty, respect, and accountability.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations, including moving and handling, fire safety, and COSHH assessments.
• Demonstrated compassion and commitment to high-quality service for residents.
• Leadership skills to supervise and develop teams.

Additional Information

This role requires a DBS Disclosure check (cost covered by Avery Healthcare) and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Please note, this advert may be withdrawn before the deadline depending on application volume and business needs.