Housekeeper - Closing Date: 14/10/2026 (Ref: HK/1026)

St Cuthbert’s Hospice Limited; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

St Cuthbert’s Hospice Limited in the North East is seeking an experienced cleaner/housekeeper to join our charity hospice. You will help ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients and visitors across all areas.

As part of a compassionate team, you will work alongside clinical and non-clinical staff to maintain high hygiene standards, support dignity and wellbeing, and follow infection control guidelines. Experience in healthcare settings is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a cleaner/housekeeper is preferred.
• Ability to work with clinical and non-clinical teams to maintain a clean environment.
• Commitment to high standards of hygiene and safety.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene throughout the hospice.
• Work with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
• Follow infection prevention protocols and waste management procedures.

Skills

Cleaning

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

Our current vacancies

2nd October 2026

Posted by Harriet Gilholm

About the role...

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced cleaner/housekeeper to join our Hospice.

At St Cuthbert’s, we provide compassionate specialist palliative and end-of-life care to patients and support to their families. We are looking for a dedicated and caring Housekeeper to join our team and help ensure our hospice remains a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for everyone who uses our services.

As a Housekeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the hospice. You will work closely with colleagues across clinical and non-clinical teams to create a welcoming environment that supports the dignity, comfort, and wellbeing of patients and their loved ones.

For more info contact: Joanne Henderson, [e-mail] / 0191 3861170

Interview Date: W/C 19th October

If not heard by 19th October, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

Registered Charity Number: 519767 VAT Number: 997305770