Housekeeper

West Sussex County Council; England; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join their compassionate team. This part-time role involves ensuring a clean and safe environment for residents, contributing to a person-centered approach in a warm, family-like atmosphere. You will play a vital role in maintaining high cleanliness standards, communicating effectively with residents and staff, and adapting to the needs of the service. The position offers a supportive work culture with a focus on well-being and professional development. If you take pride in your work and are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Maternity and paternity leave

Training and development opportunities

Defined benefit pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Online and face-to-face training

Qualifications

• Ability to undertake a wide range of cleaning tasks.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
• Clean residential rooms, communal areas, and kitchens.

Skills

Cleaning tasks

Effective communication

Flexibility

Sensitivity to needs

Education

Basic literacy skills

Basic numeracy skills

Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Knowledge of COSHH regulations

Experience in cleaning

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Hobbs Field (Adults Residential Service) are looking for a Housekeeper to join our team on a part-time basis. Find out more below.

Why not have a look at our dedicated Careers in adults' residential services, day opportunities and shared lives webpage to learn more about the difference you can make!

Salary: £12.26 per hour - £12.45 per hour (annual wage = £15,344 - £15,585)

Working Pattern: 15 hours p/w (5 hour shifts Mon - Fri)

Contract Length: Permanent

Location: Hobbs Field, Horsham

*Please note that the exact rota will be discussed at interview in more detail.

About You

To become a Housekeeper with us you will be:

1. Have a keen eye for maintaining cleanliness and order.
2. Take pride in your work and be aware that you will be working in the home of the people we support.
3. A good listener, patient, respectful, kind and treat all people with dignity.
4. Have good English skills to communicate with the people we care for, their families and the team.
5. Have an awareness of health & safety and show a common-sense approach to your work.

About Hobbs Field

At Hobbs Field we seek to create a family home for all the people in our care. We have an established and experienced team; we are focused on a person-centred approach to our care and believe in empowering the people we support to have as much input in their care plans as possible. We have a lovely garden for all to enjoy. We love our barbecues outside in the garden during the summer and parties to celebrate special occasions.

The Role

In this role you will be responsible for:

1. Maintaining the home to a high standard of cleanliness in accordance with Health and Safety regulations.
2. Cleaning residential rooms including communal areas, offices, kitchens, and bathrooms.
3. It's an active role - for example, you'll be lifting or carrying equipment as required.
4. You will need to be flexible to ensure the needs of the service are fulfilled.

Skills

These will be used to shortlist candidates to interview so please ensure these skills are clear to see in your application and your CV.

1. Ability to undertake a wide range of cleaning tasks.
2. Able to communicate effectively with the people we care for, staff, and visitors.
3. Flexible approach to allocated duties and work as part of a team.
4. Sensitive to the needs of those we care for.

Qualifications and Experience

1. Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
2. Basic knowledge of Health and Safety.
3. Knowledge of COSHH regulations. (Desirable)
4. Experience of using a range of cleaning equipment including powered equipment. (Desirable)
5. Experience of working as a cleaner in paid employment. (Desirable)

Reward and Benefits

Our values and support for one another is intrinsic to everything we do and will be a key priority within the assessment for this post. We care hugely about wellbeing, allowing time for a good work/life balance, and developing our team to be the best they can be. Alongside this, we also offer the below benefits.

1. Maternity, paternity, dependency, and adoption leave.
2. Training and development opportunities, including apprenticeships and personal development.
3. Access to a generous, defined benefit pension scheme, 21.37% employer contribution.
4. Eligible to apply for a Blue light card.
5. Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.
6. As a Housekeeper you will be given online and face-to-face training throughout the year.

For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page.

How to Apply

Upload your CV and complete the application explaining the key skills listed on the Job Description and experience you can bring to the role ensuring that any gaps in employment are covered in your CV. Please ensure you have saved the job description attached to the main advert on our website as, once the job has closed, you may not have the opportunity to download again.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.

West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and take every possible step to ensure that no individual will be disadvantaged.

For information regarding your eligibility to apply for this role under our Disability or Veteran's Guaranteed Interview Scheme, this can be found on our application help page.

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