Housekeeper - Castleman House

Care Dorset UK; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused care organization in Blandford Forum is seeking dedicated individuals for a role ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards within their Residential Home. You will maintain a welcoming environment, follow hygiene policies, and contribute to the well-being of residents. Ideal candidates are enthusiastic about improving lives, have basic cleaning knowledge, and possess effective communication skills. Join our team to make a positive impact and apply today!

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting at 27 days

Enhanced maternity pay

Access to discounted services

Comprehensive training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to follow hygiene policies and Care Dorset procedures.
• Enthusiastic about making a difference in people's lives.
• Prepared to work towards Food Hygiene Safety and Infection Control certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and welcoming environment for clients and visitors.
• Understand clients' preferences to provide personalized support.
• Work in compliance with health and safety requirements.

Skills

Ability to use cleaning equipment

Written English skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Education

Food Hygiene Safety Level 2 Certificate (to be obtained)

Certificate in Infection Control (to be obtained)

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Description

“We are people focused. We are genuine. We have integrity. We will develop. We are a team.” These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way.

Are you passionate about helping individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Residential Home, Castleman House.

Location: Castleman House, Fairfield Bungalows, Blandford

• £12.43 per hour
• Fixed work patterns
• Various hours available
• Refer a friend scheme up to £300

Care Dorset Offers Fantastic Benefits

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays) pro rata
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Occupational Sick pay entitlement
• Funded Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive induction
• Excellent training & development opportunities supporting career progression.
• Access to Litmos online learning platform – our one stop shop for learning & development
• Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £300 per person you refer (uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
• Celebrated success through annual awards ceremony

About The Role

You will be responsible for ensuring that a clean and welcoming environment is provided for the people that we support as well as their families, our colleagues, and visitors. You will need to ensure that all hygiene policies and Care Dorset procedures are followed to contribute to safeguarding the welfare of the people we support. You will also be required to get to know the people that we support, such as their requirements and preferences to provide a personalised service. All colleagues are required to uphold and maintain the reputation of Care Dorset, both within the Organization and in the wider community.

Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Ability to use a range of cleaning equipment and to read and carry out basic instructions.
• Written English skills as required to complete cleaning records
• A reasonable level of physical fitness as required to carry out the role
• Ability to work alongside existing and new members of the team
• Ability to communicate with clients to provide a welcoming environment
• Prepared to work towards a Food Hygiene Safety Level 2 Certificate.
• Prepared to work towards a Certificate in Infection Control.
• Understanding of basic food hygiene
• Understanding of basic health and safety requirements
• Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in people’s lives and meet the requirements mentioned above, we would love to hear from you.

Care Dorset knows that a career in care is not for everyone – but it could be for you. Join our team and contribute to enhancing the independence and well-being of those we care for. Apply now and be part of a rewarding journey towards reablement and positive change!

Please Note

At this time, we are unable to consider applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK. We appreciate your interest in joining Care Dorset.

Applications are managed by a third party, acting on behalf and with the permission of Care Dorset.