Housekeeper - Part Time

St Luke's Hospice; Basildon; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A renowned palliative care facility in Basildon is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper. The role involves maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for patients and their families, ensuring high cleanliness standards and adherence to health and safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in similar roles and a caring attitude. The position is part-time, offering £12.21 per hour, with 25 hours per week on a rotating shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar cleaning role.
• Awareness of infection control in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out thorough cleaning of patient areas.
• Adhere to cleaning protocols in line with infection control.
• Communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.

Skills

Cleaning and sanitation

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Infection control awareness

Job description

St Luke’s Hospice is renowned for compassionate, high-quality palliative care, supporting individuals living with life-limiting illnesses. Our multidisciplinary team works with patients and families, ensuring comfort, dignity, and choice in both hospice and community settings.

About the Opportunity

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated, reliable, and proactive individual to join our valued housekeeping team. As a Housekeeper at St Luke’s Hospice, you will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, their loved ones, visitors, and colleagues. Your efforts and positive approach will help create a comfortable setting, supporting the delivery of outstanding palliative and end of life care across our hospice and community services.

Our part time Housekeeper role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys contributing to high standards of cleanliness, and is committed to upholding the values of St Luke’s Hospice. You will collaborate with the wider facilities and care teams, ensuring our clinical and non-clinical areas meet infection prevention, health, and safety requirements at all times.

The closing date for this vacancy is 11.59pm on Sunday, 7 December 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if we receive a high volume of applications. We therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out thorough daily and periodic cleaning of patient bedrooms, bathrooms, team facilities, and communal areas to a consistently high standard.
• Ensure all cleaning protocols are adhered to in line with infection prevention, control guidance, and Hospice policies.
• Use suitable cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and appropriately, reporting any faults to the Property Maintenanceteam.
• Support the safe disposal of waste as per St Luke's Hospice procedures.
• Replenish cleaning materials and basic stock (such as paper towels, soap, toilet roll) in designated areas.
• Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues, respecting individual needs and dignity at all times.
• Recognise and report any maintenance, health and safety, or safeguarding concerns promptly to the relevant team.
• Work flexibly as part of the wider Housekeeping team and support event or room set up as required.
• Promote and maintain a positive, welcoming, and inclusive environment, upholding the values and reputation of St Luke’s Hospice.

Salary, Contract, and Working Hours

Salary: £12.21 per hour
Contract: Permanent, Part Time
Hours: 25hours per week, Monday to Sunday on a rotating shift pattern
Location: Thurrock Hospice (RM14 3EB).

Essential Criteria – Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a Housekeeper, Cleaner, Facilities Assistant, or similar cleaning operative role.
• Awareness of infection control, health, and safety procedures in a healthcare or care setting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking responsibility for the quality of your own work.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering consistently high standards.
• Sensitivity, reliability, and a caring attitude towards patients and their families in a hospice environment.
• Good communication skills and a flexible, helpful approach to service needs.
• Ability to undertake physical tasks, including lifting, reaching, and standing for extended periods.

Desirable – Skills and Experience

• Experience working in a healthcare, hospice, or care home environment.
• Understanding of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) guidelines.
• Willingness to participate in training and development relevant to housekeeping and infection control.

Personal Qualities

• Trustworthy, dependable, and professional with a positive attitude.
• Empathetic, approachable, and supportive, able to work sensitively in emotionally challenging situations.
• Adaptable and willing to assist colleagues across the wider Hospice team.
• Contributes to a collaborative and inclusive working culture, supporting our mission and values.

How to Apply for Housekeeping Jobs at St Luke's Hospice

Please complete the online application form and demonstrate how your skills, experience, and approach meet the requirements for this Housekeeper role. You are welcome to contact our Housekeeping Supervisorif you would like an informal discussion about the position by calling 01268524973.

Right to Work in the UK

St Luke’s Hospice is unable to sponsor work permits or visas. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at St Luke’s Hospice

St Luke’s Hospice is committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive working environment. We strongly encourage applications from everyone, particularly individuals who are disabled, LGBTQ+, or from Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds. Please advise if you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. All applications are handled fairly, individually, and according to Hospice values and guidelines.