Housekeeper

Runwood Homes; Essex; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Essex is seeking an experienced Housekeeper to lead the domestic team at their care home. You will organise daily tasks, maintain cleanliness standards, and ensure a welcoming environment. The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player with strong leadership skills. This role offers 40 hours a week, with a salary of £12.71 per hour and various benefits including paid holidays and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Scheme

Free DBS Check

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a team and maintain high standards of work.
• Proactive and flexible in managing tasks.
• Open to personal development and training.

Responsibilities

• Organise daily tasks and maintain cleanliness standards.
• Take care of laundry and residents' rooms.
• Clean kitchen and maintain hygiene in food areas.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Housekeeper. We are looking for an experienced Housekeeper to lead the domestic team in keeping our care home clean and welcoming.

Responsibilities

• Organise daily tasks, set high cleanliness standards, and ensure all areas of the home are well-maintained.
• Take care of laundry, make beds, and keep residents' rooms tidy.
• Clean the kitchen, set tables, wash dishes, and maintain a hygienic food preparation area.

Role Details

• Care Home: Silvanna Court
• Hours per week: 40 hours
• Salary: 12.71 per hour

Benefits

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you

The successful Housekeeper will be confident in maintaining high standards of work, and be able to lead a team effectively. You will have the ability to organise and prioritise your workload. You will be proactive and flexible and be an excellent team-player. You will also be open to personal development, as you will be required to take part in any associated training activities in order to ensure that you carry out your role as Housekeeper in an effective and safe manner.

About Runwood Homes

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.