Head Housekeeper & Laundry Lead – Elder Care

NHS; Burley-in-Wharfedale, Ilkley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Burley-in-Wharfedale seeks a Head Housekeeper to oversee the housekeeping and laundry services. The ideal candidate will have experience in a public cleaning setting, knowledge of health and safety regulations, and the ability to lead and develop a team. Responsibilities include supervising cleaning duties, preparing orders for materials, and ensuring high cleanliness standards. This role offers a chance to make a positive impact on residents' lives within a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for career development

Meaningful impact on residents' lives

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting.
• Knowledge of health and safety, particularly moving and handling techniques, fire safety, and COSHH assessments.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the housekeeping and laundry cleaning service.
• Prepare orders for cleaning materials.
• Monitor standards of work of the housekeeping and laundry team.
• Supervise and direct the work of the housekeeping team.

Skills

Experience in cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting

Knowledge of health and safety

Ability to lead and develop teams

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Burley-in-Wharfedale seeks a Head Housekeeper to oversee the housekeeping and laundry services. The ideal candidate will have experience in a public cleaning setting, knowledge of health and safety regulations, and the ability to lead and develop a team. Responsibilities include supervising cleaning duties, preparing orders for materials, and ensuring high cleanliness standards. This role offers a chance to make a positive impact on residents' lives within a supportive work environment.