Housekeeper - Bank

Retirement Villages Group; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Volunteering days

25 days annual leave

Maternity/paternity/adoption leave

Medicash

Pension

Job summary

Retirement Villages Group is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain high standards of cleanliness across Thamesfield Village and residents' homes in Henley-on-Thames. You will clean apartments, communal areas, and assist with light maintenance while delivering friendly, person-centered service.

This is a zero-hour bank position covering sickness and holidays; reliability, compassion for older adults, and willingness to undergo background checks and training are valued.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in housekeeping, preferably in a residential or hospitality setting.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, compassionate demeanour.
• Sensitivity to the needs and preferences of older adults.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular cleaning tasks in residents' apartments, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces.
• Launder residents' linens and clothing with care and attention to detail.
• Keep communal areas such as lounges, dining areas, and hallways clean and presentable.
• Assist with light maintenance tasks as needed.
• Uphold high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the village.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Compassion

Independence

Job description

Are you passionate about creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents? Do you take pride in your attention to detail and enjoy making a difference in people's lives? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Housekeeper to provide the highest standards of cleanliness and service across Thamesfield Village and in residents homes while delivering excellent customer service. This is a zero hour Bank position to cover sickness and holidays.

As a Housekeeper, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of our residents' homes and communal areas. Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing regular cleaning tasks in residents' apartments, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces.
• Laundering residents' linens and clothing with care and attention to detail.
• Keeping communal areas such as lounges, dining areas, and hallways clean and presentable.
• Assisting with light maintenance tasks as needed.
• Upholding high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the village.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience in housekeeping, preferably in a residential or hospitality setting.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, compassionate demeanour.
• Sensitivity to the needs and preferences of older adults.
• Willingness to undergo background checks and relevant training.

Benefits:

Birthday leave, volunteering days, 25 days annual leave, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, Medicash, pension and much more!

If you are a reliable, compassionate individual with a passion for working with the elderly, we would love to hear from you! Join our team and be a part of creating a warm and inviting home for our residents.