Housekeeper

Naomi House & Jacksplace; Egypt; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare charity organization is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to deliver high-quality cleaning services in their hospices. The role involves maintaining cleanliness in children's and families' bedrooms, ensuring a cheerful and safe environment. Candidates must have a positive attitude, a commitment to high service standards, and the ability to work unsupervised. Flexible scheduling includes weekday hours and occasional weekend shifts, along with benefits like 28 days of holiday pro rata and a competitive salary.

Benefits

28 days holiday (pro rata)

Group pension scheme

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Blue Light discount

Qualifications

• Commitment to providing high standards of service.
• Experience in housekeeping or cleaning may be beneficial.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide first rate cleaning services for hospices and office spaces.
• Liaise with Housekeeping Supervisor for daily requirements.
• Ensure communal kitchens are cleaned and stocked.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Ability to work without supervision

Job description

Housekeeper

Application Deadline: 18 December 2025

Department: Facilities

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Sutton Scotney

Compensation: £13.50 / hour

Description

We are currently looking for a Housekeeper to provide top quality service within our Hospices. We have beautiful bedrooms for children, young people and families and we pride ourselves on keeping them clean, tidy, well equipped and welcoming. That's where you come in!

As one of our Housekeepers, you will be responsible for the housekeeping and cleaning requirements for our hospices and office spaces.

You’ll ensure the environment is safe and comfortable and that the bedrooms and communal areas are clean as well as cheerful.

The Housekeeper will be expected to work without direct supervision and be responsible for housekeeping and cleaning requirements liaising closely with the Housekeeping Supervisor for identification of needs.

Key Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have a very positive attitude and be committed to providing the highest standards of service.

• To provide first rate cleaning services for hospices and office spaces.
• To liaise with the Housekeeping Supervisor, regarding housekeeping and cleaning requirements on a day‑to‑day basis.
• To ensure communal kitchens are cleaned, daily, and stocked up with beverages.
• To monitor the cleanliness of the house on an ongoing basis and to escalate any issues to the Housekeeping Supervisor as required.

Hours and Benefits

Hours of work: 8.30am to 2.30pm - Mon to Fri and working 1 in every 4 Sundays, on a rota basis and flexibility to cover for staff absences.

Hourly rate: £13.50 per hour, may also attract additional enhancements for weekend working.

Benefits include a competitive salary, 28 days holiday (pro rata), group pension scheme, life assurance, HSF Health Cash Plan, Blue Light discount and the opportunity to work in an organisation where every job matters!

You will need to be eligible to work in the UK to be considered for this role. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly Criminal Records Bureau) and asked to provide satisfactory references covering the last 5 years.

The Trust is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively support and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and cultures.

Should you require any adjustments at either the application or interview stage, or wish to speak to someone before applying, then please contact Debbi Cook, People Advisor on 01962 763707.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised date once sufficient suitable applications have been received.

Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.