Housekeeper

NHS; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Part Time Housekeeper to work 24 hours a week at Cygnet Oaks. The role involves maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and contributing to a supportive care culture.

Benefits

Strong career progression opportunities

Expert supervision and support

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount savings

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning, housekeeping, or domestic work (desirable).
• Knowledgeable of COSHH (desirable).
• Friendly, conscientious, and positive.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness.
• Carry out daily and weekly cleaning regimes.
• Maintain and replenish stock; ensure equipment is clean and well-maintained.

Skills

Cleaning

Housekeeping

Health and Safety Procedures

Job description

We are looking for a confident Part Time Housekeeper with a passion for delivering outstanding service. You'll be working 24 hours a week (must be flexible between Monday to Friday), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Oaks.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills, and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet was established in 1988. Since then, we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism, and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10,000 employees empower 2,864 individuals across 150 services to make a positive difference to their lives through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an outstanding Housekeeper with a passion for making a difference to others.

You'll be working part-time, 24 hours a week (need to be flexible between Monday to Friday), at Cygnet Oaks, helping maintain a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Cygnet Oaks is a 35-bed service specializing in high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) for men, providing a multi-disciplinary treatment program designed to assist individuals with their return to independent living.

Depending on the individual's level of need, Cygnet Oaks provides different levels of support in 2 wards: the Lodge and the House. The Lodge is a 20-bed admission ward where most service users start their recovery journey. Individuals admitted here are generally stepping down from an acute or low secure service.

The House is a 15-bed service for individuals to continue along their care pathway. The Lodge also contains a 4-bed step-through service, situated in its own corridor with a separate living space to prepare and develop individuals towards a community placement, with input from the multidisciplinary team (MDT).

Our perks go beyond pension schemes and professional development. You'll enjoy shopping, travel, and leisure discounts, as well as healthcare and financial benefits to support your happiness both in and out of work. Join us to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness
• Carry out daily and weekly cleaning regimes
• Maintain and replenish stock; ensure equipment is clean and well-maintained
• Employ safe working practices and adhere to health and safety procedures
• Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

Why Cygnet? We offer you

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision and support
• Cycle to work scheme and employee discount savings

You are...

• Experienced in cleaning, housekeeping, or domestic work (desirable)
• Knowledgeable of COSHH (desirable)
• Friendly, conscientious, and positive

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

About Cygnet

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for over 30 years. In this role, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users, and their families.

Person Specification

General Requirements

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure must be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.