Housekeeper

Orchard Care Homes; Normanton and Altofts; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Normanton and Altofts is seeking dedicated team members to uphold high cleanliness standards in our homes. You will play a crucial role in ensuring a safe, tidy environment while engaging respectfully with residents and their families. The ideal candidate will thrive in a busy environment, comply with health and safety regulations, and contribute positively to the home's atmosphere. Competitive benefits and training opportunities are available.

Benefits

Professional development and training opportunities

Colleague discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Confidential support through Employee Assistance Programme

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Physically capable of maintaining cleanliness standards.
• Understanding of Health & Safety and Infection Control policies.
• Ability to engage respectfully with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all areas are cleaned to high standards.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect for residents.
• Report equipment faults to management.

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.

Main Duties

• To 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.
• To always respect and maintain confidentiality of personal information, including people’s right to privacy, dignity, and choice.
• To 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, and have a clear understanding of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures, and measures to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.
• To make sure that all equipment used is in full, safe working order and immediately report any faults to the Home Management team.
• To check all areas of the home are supplied with adequate housekeeping items and inform the manager of any shortages.
• To always be alert and use your own initiative, spot clean any spillages as they occur.
• To be an active and helpful member of the team, contribute to meetings, attend training sessions, and ensure that the Care Home is a friendly and supportive working environment.

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities across our portfolio of homes.
• 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 is fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app available 24/7 all year round.
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future.
• Fully funded DBS check.