Housekeeper

Orchard Care Homes; Middleton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Middleton is seeking a diligent and caring Housekeeper to maintain high cleaning standards in a busy care home environment. You will be responsible for engaging with residents and ensuring a safe and clean environment. Ideal candidates should be attentive to detail and possess good teamwork skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including employee support programs and training opportunities.

Benefits

Colleague discounts on shopping, holidays, dining, and tech

Employee recognition schemes

Fully funded DBS check

Company-supported pension scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleaning role preferred but not necessary.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Good understanding of infection prevention and control policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high cleaning standards are met according to guidelines.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect residents' privacy.
• Report any faults with cleaning equipment to management.
• Spot clean any spills that occur immediately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a team

Understanding of health and safety regulations

Job description

When entering any one of our homes, everyone will notice our high standards of cleanliness. A clean, well maintained, and tidy environment has positive benefits on the physical and mental wellbeing of everyone in the home which is why this position plays an important role in the day-to-day operation of our homes. You will engage with all the individuals living in the home, their families and be an advocate for the company, that's why we are looking for team members who want to make a difference, are caring and will enjoy working in a busy care home environment. Following stringent guidelines and ensuring chemicals are stored safely, you will be responsible for your own equipment and storeroom. This is a physically demanding job that will require you to deal with all aspects of cleanliness in the home.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that all areas of the Care Home are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with the specific cleaning guidelines and schedules and that they effectively meet the individuals and home's needs.
• Always respect and maintain confidentiality of personal information, including people's right to privacy, dignity, and choice.
• Understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements which are relevant such as Health & Safety, COSHH, fire safety, all aspects of the Care Standards Act, have a clear understanding of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures, and measures to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.
• Make sure that all equipment used is in full, safe working order and immediately report any faults to the Home Management team.
• Check all areas of the home are supplied with adequate housekeeping items and inform the manager of any shortages.
• Always be alert and use your own initiative, spot clean any spillages as they occur.
• Be an active and helpful member of the team.

Benefits

• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more.
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as 'Making a Difference' award and Long Service Awards.
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that's fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that's available 24/7, all year round.
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future.
• Fully funded DBS check.

About Langfield Care Home

Located in Langley, a residential area between Rochdale and Manchester City Centre, Langfield care home provides residential care for those living with varying needs. Orchard Care Homes has a network of 23 care homes and has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones. We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.