Housekeeper - Part-Time

Retirement Villages Group; West Byfleet; On-site; GBP 6,700 - 9,600; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Annual leave (25 days)

Pension

Medicash

Job summary

Retirement Villages Group is seeking a caring Housekeeper to join our village team in West Byfleet. This part-time role covers residents' apartments and communal areas, delivering high standards of cleanliness and friendly service.

You will vacuum, dust, launder linens, and assist with light maintenance, with weekend/evening shifts included. Previous housekeeping experience is preferred, along with compassion for older adults and good communication.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping experience, preferably in residential or hospitality settings.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Excellent communication skills and a friendly, compassionate demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular cleaning 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.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Compassionate demeanor

Older adults sensitivity

Background checks training

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!

We are 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 is a part-time position working 16 hours per week - candidates must be flexible, weekends and evenings will be included.

Responsibilities

• 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.