Housekeeper

Rosmerta Technologies Limited; Milford on Sea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Milford on Sea is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper. The role involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness across hospice sites to ensure a comforting environment for patients and staff. Applicants should have attention to detail, a compassionate approach, and the ability to work flexibly. This is a fixed-term position for 6 months with competitive pay.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Contributing to meaningful care services

Qualifications

• Strong eye for detail and high cleaning standards.
• Respectful and compassionate approach in a sensitive environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain patient care spaces and other areas.
• Dust, vacuum, and manage laundry.
• Use appropriate products while following hygiene protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate approach

Ability to work independently

Flexibility with working patterns

Physical capability for cleaning duties

Job description

Are you passionate about creating clean, welcoming environments that truly make a difference? We are looking for a dedicated Housekeeper to join our team, helping to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and comfort across our Hospice sites.

In this vital role, you’ll help ensure our facilities are not only spotless, but also feel like home for our patients, visitors, and staff. Every task you carry out plays a part in minimising infection risks and upholding the dignity and care we pride ourselves on.

This is a fixed term position, for an initial period of 6‑months.

Shift patterns would be 4 days in 7.

What We’re Looking For

• A strong eye for detail and high cleaning standards.
• A respectful, compassionate approach to working in a sensitive environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility with working patterns across 7 days.
• Physically capable of carrying out cleaning duties, including lifting and moving furniture.

At Havens Hospices, we care for children, young people and adults with complex or incurable conditions. Our specialist Care Teams can support them and their family living throughout illness, death and bereavement in the comfort of their own home and through our hospice services, Fair Havens and Little Havens.

Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have an immediate effect on our care services.

In return for your expertise and passion, you will receive a competitive salary package, and most of all, by making the most of every day you work at Havens Hospices you’ll be helping us continue Making every day count for those who need us most.

At Havens Hospices we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees and patients and expect all colleagues to share this commitment.

We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain a variety of areas including patient care spaces, bathrooms, reception, and administration areas.
• Dusting, vacuuming, laundry/ironing, and cleaning at higher levels.
• Use appropriate products and equipment while following hygiene and cleaning protocols.
• Carry out spot cleaning to manage spills and maintain cleanliness throughout the day.
• Ensure floor surfaces, furniture, and equipment are clean and well‑maintained.
• Replenish supplies and disposables daily.
• Dispose of waste in line with Hospice policies.
• Report any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Engage respectfully and courteously with patients and families.
• Be flexible to support cleaning across other Hospice sites as needed.