Housekeeper

Changeworknow is part of the Access Group; Alton; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Meals on duty

DBS check

Free parking

Employee assistance

Job summary

Brendoncare is seeking a Housekeeper in Alton. This 26-hour-per-week role pays £12.85 per hour and focuses on maintaining high cleanliness and hygiene standards within the Home.

You should have prior experience as a domestic assistant/cleaner, be flexible and reliable, and demonstrate a caring disposition towards older people. The role involves ensuring resident safety and privacy, stocking cleaning materials, reporting hazards, and complying with COSHH and health and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a domestic assistant/cleaner.
• Flexible, reliable and caring disposition towards older people.
• Ability to maintain high cleanliness standards and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the Home.
• Ensuring the safety and privacy of residents whilst performing cleaning duties.
• Keeping adequate supplies of cleaning materials and ensure they are stored safely.
• Reporting hazards and repair requirements.
• Adhering to COSHH and Health and Safety regulations and working within the Policies and Procedures of Brendoncare.

Job description

• Job title – Housekeeper
• Location - Alton
• 26 hours per week
• £12.85 per hour
• Not for Profitcare provider

Brendoncare is a charity which provides a range of connected services for people in later life including care homes, extra care housing, community support services and clubs across the South of England.

We are people-driven, focusing on empowerment, inclusivity and understanding. We aim to ensure that whoever comes into the Brendoncare environment - whether as a member, resident, volunteer or colleague – they are able to live their life to the fullest potential.

Our values reflect who we are – together we are kind,dedicated, forward thinking and empowering. We need people who really want to make a difference to the lives of people in later life to join us.

In return, we will support you to grow and flourish as you are welcomed to the Brendoncare team.

Who are you?

We are seeking aHousekeeper who will need to have previous experience as a domestic assistant/cleaner outside of your own home. In addition, you will need to be able to demonstrate a flexible attitude to working, be reliable and have a caring disposition towards older people.

What will I be doing?

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the Home;
• Ensuring the safety and privacy of residents whilst performing cleaning duties;
• Keeping adequate supplies of cleaning materials and ensure they are stored safely;
• Reporting hazards and repair requirements;
• Adhering to COSHH and Health and Safety regulations and working within the Policies and Procedures of Brendoncare.

What can we offer?

• Extensive training and continual personal development
• Meals provided while on duty in our care homes and paid breaks
• Free initial DBS check
• Free parking (subject to availability)
• An Employee Assistance Programme offering 24 hour support for staff and their immediate family members