Housekeeper

Austin Fraser; Ledbury; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Elysium Healthcare as a Housekeeper, where you will ensure a clean and safe environment for residents in a care facility specializing in neurological conditions. This role not only offers competitive pay but also career development opportunities and a chance to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Benefits

33 days annual leave plus your birthday off

Free meals and parking

Career development and training opportunities

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity Package

Retail discounts and special offers

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning experience in a similar environment is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize duties effectively.
• Enjoyment of cleaning and satisfaction in work done well.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and security standards.
• Participate in day-to-day operations for effective team functioning.
• Provide assistance with personal care for residents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Job description

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Stanley House as a Housekeeper.

You will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service for neurological conditions, responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms, and visitors areas.

Working closely with the maintenance team, you’ll ensure all areas are spotless and confidently deliver high-standard cleaning services.

You’ll receive all necessary training and join a dedicated team where you can make a positive difference. There are also many courses to help grow your career. If you have the aspiration, capability, and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can support you in achieving your career goals.

As a Housekeeper, you will be:

• Maintaining security standards by following hospital policies and procedures.
• Participating actively in the day-to-day operations of the team.
• Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and greeting visitors professionally.
• Building good relationships with staff, visitors, and service users.
• Helping create a positive culture.
• Performing other appropriate tasks as requested.
• Attending mandatory and statutory training annually.

To be successful, you will:

• Have previous cleaning experience in a similar environment.
• Enjoy cleaning and take satisfaction in a job well done.
• Prioritize duties effectively.
• Be a good communicator.
• Pay attention to detail and maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Spot and resolve problems efficiently.

Where you will be working:

Location:

Bosbury, Hereford, Herefordshire, HR8 1HB

You will work at Stanley House, which offers multidisciplinary care and specialized therapeutic interventions. The team supports residents in reviewing their needs, offering therapies like physiotherapy and art therapy, with input from specialists including a Professor in Neuropsychiatry and monthly GP clinics.

Residents have varying needs, from managing some personal care to being fully reliant, including assistance with washing, dressing, shaving, continence, and eating. End-of-life care is also provided, ensuring residents stay in a comfortable, familiar environment with family support.

Supporting residents in activities, providing assistance with mobility, and organizing social events make this a rewarding role.

What you will get:

• Annual salary of £23,693
• 33 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Free meals and parking
• Wellbeing support and activities for work-life balance
• Career development and training opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity Package

Additional benefits include retail discounts and special offers.

About your next employer:

You will work for a stable, established company with over 8,000 employees across more than 90 services in England and Wales, covering mental health, neurological conditions, learning disabilities, autism, and education. There are opportunities for growth and advancement.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, operating in 10 countries with over 86,000 employees worldwide.

Elysium Healthcare is committed to safer recruitment, inclusive hiring, and safeguarding service users. All staff require a DBS check.