Housekeeper - Part Time

Retirement Villages Group; South Chailey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A retirement care organization in South Chailey is seeking a compassionate Housekeeper to ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of residents' homes and communal areas. Key responsibilities include performing regular cleaning tasks, laundering linens, and upholding hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will have previous housekeeping experience and a sensitivity to the needs of older adults. This position offers 18 hours per week with various benefits including paid leave and a pension.

Benefits

Birthday leave

Volunteering days

25 days annual leave

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Medicash

Pension

Qualifications

• Previous experience in housekeeping preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
• Sensitivity to the needs and preferences of older adults.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular cleaning tasks in residents' apartments.
• Launder residents' linens and clothing with care.
• Keep communal areas clean and presentable.
• Assist with light maintenance tasks as needed.
• Uphold high standards of cleanliness throughout the village.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Compassionate demeanor

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!

Gradwell Park Retirement Village is looking for a Housekeeper to provide the highest standards of cleanliness and service across the Village and in residents homes while delivering excellent customer service.

This role is 18 hours per week - Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 8.30am - 2.30pm.

As a Housekeeper at our retirement village, 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.