Housekeeper

Age UK Richmond upon Thames; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local charity is seeking friendly individuals for the role of Cleaner / Housekeeper. This casual, part-time position involves performing various household tasks to support older people in the community. The ideal candidate will have some relevant experience, be able to work flexibly, and possess good communication skills. This position offers £13.85 per hour plus additional benefits, making it perfect for those seeking rewarding work around other commitments.

Benefits

5% pension

Mileage pay

Holiday pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Ideally have experience in cleaning, care, or housekeeping.
• Must be fluent in English.
• Possess a full UK driving license with a vehicle preferable.

Responsibilities

• Perform housework including dusting, hoovering, and cleaning kitchens and bathrooms.
• Assist with laundry tasks.
• Provide other agreed assistance.

Skills

Varied work enjoyment

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Problem-solving ability

Customer service skills

Reliability

Job description

Overview

Cleaner / Housekeeper - local charity

Casual hours contract basis – flexible part time working. Salary: £13.85 an hour plus 5% pension, mileage and holiday pay. Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Blue Light card and Age UK discount schemes. Location: Richmond upon Thames.

Age UK Richmond upon Thames is a local independent charity supporting older people across the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames. We provide a wide range of useful and well utilised services designed to improve wellbeing and enhance independence – including information & advice; a wide range of social & wellbeing centres and sessions; support after hospital discharge; digital skills development; Dementia Friendly Richmond and home services such as handyperson, housekeeping and gardening. Partnership is a core part of our work – we work in close collaboration with other voluntary sector partners and wider organisations to maximise our impact and reach. Our friendly and committed team of 45 staff and 100+ volunteers support around 4,000 local older people each year.

Our great housekeeping service helps our clients with a range of tasks to help ease struggles and improve quality of life.

The Opportunity

We are looking for friendly and empathetic individuals join us on a casual contract basis as cleaners / housekeepers. Successful candidates will be able to help with a range of tasks that will include:

• Housework (dusting, hoovering, bed making, cleaning - kitchen and bathrooms)
• Laundry
• Other assistance that may be possible as agreed

Applicants must

• Enjoy varied work
• Ideally have some experience in a cleaning, care or housekeeping environment
• Be able to think on their feet and problem solve
• Be a team player with good communication skills
• Be happy to work alone
• Have good organisational skills
• Have good time management skills
• Fluent in English
• Hard working & physically fit
• Have a flexible approach to work
• Good customer service skills
• Full UK driving license with access to a vehicle preferably
• Be reliable, trustworthy and conscientious

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading local charity and provide a valued service to the local community. This opportunity will be perfect for those looking for flexible, rewarding work that they can fit around other commitments. Many of our housekeepers are those looking for work to fit around school hours, or people who have recently retired from a full-time career.

Age UK Richmond are committed to the safeguarding of vulnerable adults and children. All staff are expected to share this commitment, and ensure they follow our Safeguarding Policies and complete required training.