Housekeeper (Fixed Term Contract)

Ashgate Hospicecare; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A palliative care provider in Chesterfield is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for a fixed-term contract until 1st March 2026. The ideal candidate will maintain cleanliness and hygiene within the hospice, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patients and staff. Responsibilities include deep cleans, restocking supplies, and following safety guidelines. Exceptional organizational skills and a positive attitude are essential. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, with a flexible working approach.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in a housekeeping or cleaning role.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in patient rooms and public areas.
• Assist with deep cleaning after patient discharge.
• Restock essential supplies such as hand towels and soap.

Skills

Time Management

Customer Service

Cleaning Experience

Sanitation

Job description

Post: Housekeeper (fixed term contract)

Salary: £23,874 (Full Time Equivalent based on 37.5 hours)

Job Family: Operational Support Services Range: A

Location: Ashgate Hospice, Chesterfield

Hours: 34 hours per week with a fixed working pattern including Saturday and Sunday on a rota basis (one in three weekends). Typical morning shift hours are 07:30–12:30; morning late shift 07:30–15:00 on weekdays and 07:30–12:30 on weekends. Flexibility may be required to provide cover on an ad hoc basis.

Closing date: 16th October 2025

Interview date: 22nd October 2025

Join Our Housekeeping Team (fixed term, up to 1st March 2026)

Are you an experienced housekeeper who takes pride in making spaces clean, safe and welcoming? Join our hospice team and play a vital role in supporting patients, families and staff, helping everyone feel cared for and at home.

This is a fixed-term role until 1st March 2026 while we confirm funding, with potential for extension depending on circumstances at the end of the initial term.

We value your dedication, attention to detail and compassion and, in return, you'll be part of a supportive, inclusive team where your work truly makes a difference.

What You'll Be Doing

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the hospice, including patient rooms, clinical spaces and public areas.
• Carrying out deep cleans following patient discharge and ensuring ongoing hygiene compliance.
• Restocking essential supplies such as hand towels, soap and toilet rolls.
• Assisting colleagues with tasks including bed‑making, curtain washing and floor care.
• Following all safety and infection control guidelines to contribute to a safe, welcoming environment.
• Interacting respectfully with patients, visitors and colleagues, providing support where needed.

For full details of what the role includes please read the attached Job Description or call Donna Searson.

What You'll Bring

• A positive “can‑do” attitude and a willingness to work collaboratively as part of a close‑knit team.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage your time effectively and prioritise tasks.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety.
• A caring and respectful approach with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and colleagues.
• Flexibility and ability to meet the changing needs of the hospice.
• A genuine passion for supporting others and making a meaningful, hands‑on difference.

About Ashgate

Ashgate Hospice, based in North Derbyshire, offers free palliative and end‑of‑life care for adults with life‑limiting or incurable illnesses, including cancer, neurological diseases and advanced heart, kidney and lung conditions. Last year we cared for over 2,400 people. Our aim is to support our patients by keeping them informed, managing their symptoms and improving their quality of life from diagnosis onwards.

We also provide vital support to the people who are important to them, offering practical assistance and emotional support, including bereavement services.

We're more than a care provider. We're a campaigner for sustainable end‑of‑life care funding in the UK and we continually invest in our services and workforce.

Our Values

• We are compassionate.
• We are a team.
• We are respectful, open and inclusive.

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

We strive to create a workplace that's happy, safe and supportive and our team seems to agree! In fact, 86% of staff would recommend Ashgate Hospice as an employer.

We know how important wellbeing and work‑life balance are, which is why we're open to flexible work arrangements, including job‑sharing.

As part of our team you'll have access to training opportunities to help you grow both personally and professionally. Whether you want to develop in your current role or explore new career paths, we will support you every step of the way. Want to know more about what it's like to work with us? Visit our website, check out our social media channels or listen to our podcast “The Life and Death Podcast.” It’s a great way to get a sense of the Ashgate team and the difference we make.

Benefits of Joining Us

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to increase it through our Annual Buy and Sell Leave Scheme.
• A flexible working approach to help meet your needs and ours, including options like job‑sharing.
• A Cycle‑to‑Work scheme and a Tech Benefit scheme to help spread the cost of your next bike or gadget.
• The Westfield Health Cash Plan, giving you money back on treatments like physiotherapy, dental care and eye tests.
• Free access to Westfield Rewards with discounts at hundreds of high‑street retailers.
• A confidential Employee Assistance Programme, offering free round‑the‑clock support when you need it.
• A pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution to help you save for the future.
• A life assurance scheme, giving peace of mind for you and those important to you up to age 65.
• A commitment to your personal and professional development with training opportunities to help you grow.
• Free on‑site parking whenever you're working at the hospice.
• Discounted on‑site café at our Old Brampton site available to all staff.
• A wide range of initiatives to support your wellbeing and the time out to practice self‑care.

Ready to Make a Difference

To learn more about the role, please contact Donna Searson, Housekeeping Team Lead (at or email .). You can arrange to visit the hospice to see what it would be like to work with us.

Please note: Applications must be submitted via the “Apply Now” button on our website. Applications sent directly to HR or the recruiting manager will not be accepted.

Additional Information

• If you're successful you'll need to complete a DBS check as part of our pre‑employment process. You can find more details in the candidate assistant notes.
• As a healthcare provider we prioritise the safety of our patients, staff and visitors. That's why we encourage and recommend all staff to be vaccinated against COVID‑19 and receive the flu jab unless there's a compelling reason not to.
• If you need any help with the recruitment process, our HR team is here to assist. You can reach them at or call.

Additional Support for Candidates

• We're committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive, fair and accessible to everyone.
• Reasonable adjustments: We are pleased to offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process for individuals with disabilities, neurodiverse conditions or long‑term health needs.
• Shortlisting commitment: In line with our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we guarantee to shortlist any disabled candidate who meets the essential criteria for the role.
• Interview preparation: All shortlisted candidates will receive their interview questions in advance to help you feel fully prepared.

Accessibility Resources

• If you need assistance completing your online application you can contact the Disability Employment Service / Youth Employment Service by emailing .
• We encourage you to complete and share your Health Adjustment Passport. This helps us understand any adjustments or support you might need. Even if you choose not to share it, the passport can be a valuable tool for your own benefit.
• You can also access support through the Access to Work scheme, a government initiative designed to help you start or remain in work if you have a health condition or disability. This includes support for the recruitment process. Learn more on the Access to Work webpage.

For further guidance or information these resources may also be helpful:

• Looking for work if you are disabled
• Reed in Partnership Chesterfield Office: Call 0
• Disability Employment Service, Derbyshire County Council
• If you have any questions about adjustments or the recruitment process, please contact our HR team at or call.

Who we are

For more information about us please visit our website here .

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Key Skills

Time Management, Customer Service, Hotel Experience, Taleo, Hospitality Experience, Environmental Services, Laundry, Residential Cleaning, Cleaning Experience, Sanitation, Custodial Experience, Commercial Cleaning

Employment Type: Temp

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: £23,874 – £24,581