Housekeeper - The Hayes

Care Dorset UK; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join their team at The Hayes. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about helping others and ensuring a clean, safe environment for residents. You will be responsible for maintaining high hygiene standards and creating a welcoming atmosphere for individuals and their families. With a supportive team and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a rewarding chance to make a positive impact in the lives of those you care for. If you're enthusiastic and ready to contribute to a compassionate community, apply now!

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Enhanced maternity pay

Occupational sick pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive induction

Excellent training & development opportunities

Refer a friend bonus up to £300

Access to Litmos online learning platform

Qualifications

• Ability to follow hygiene policies and procedures.
• Prepared to work towards required hygiene certificates.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a clean and welcoming environment for residents and visitors.
• Follow hygiene policies to safeguard the welfare of individuals.

Skills

Cleaning skills

Written English skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness

Education

Food Hygiene Safety Level 2 Certificate

Certificate in Infection Control

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

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Position title

Housekeeper - The Hayes

Description

“We are people focused. We are genuine. We have integrity. We will develop. We are a team.”

These values define our personality. They are our statement about what we stand for and what we believe in, and they are the basis behind the decisions we make every single day. They are the Care Dorset way.

Are you passionate about helping individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life? Do you have a caring and empathetic nature? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Residential Home, The Hayes.

Location: The Hayes, Long Street, Sherborne

• £12.43 per hour
• Fixed work patterns
• 20-hour contract (overtime available)
• Refer a friend scheme up to £300
  
  

Care Dorset Offers Fantastic Benefits

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years (exc. Bank holidays) pro rata
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Occupational Sick pay entitlement
• Funded Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive induction
• Excellent training & development opportunities supporting career progression.
• Access to Litmos online learning platform – our one stop shop for learning & development
• Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £300 per person you refer (uncapped and paid on successful appointment)
• Celebrated success through annual awards ceremony
  
  

About The Role

You will be responsible for ensuring that a clean and welcoming environment is provided for the people that we support as well as their families, our colleagues, and visitors. You will need to ensure that all hygiene policies and Care Dorset procedures are followed to contribute to safeguarding the welfare of the people we support. You will also be required to get to know the people that we support, such as their requirements and preferences to provide a personalised service. All colleagues are required to uphold and maintain the reputation of Care Dorset, both within the Organization and in the wider community.

Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Ability to use a range of cleaning equipment and to read and carry out basic instructions.
• Written English skills as required to complete cleaning records
• A reasonable level of physical fitness as required to carry out the role
• Ability to work alongside existing and new members of the team
• Ability to communicate with clients to provide a welcoming environment
• Prepared to work towards a Food Hygiene Safety Level 2 Certificate.
• Prepared to work towards a Certificate in Infection Control.
• Understanding of basic food hygiene
• Understanding of basic health and safety requirements
• Basic knowledge of cleaning equipment
  
  

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in people's lives and meet the requirements mentioned above, we would love to hear from you.

Care Dorset knows that a career in care is not for everyone – but it could be for you. Join our team and contribute to enhancing the independence and well-being of those we care for. Apply now and be part of a rewarding journey towards reablement and positive change!

Applications are managed by a third party, acting on behalf and with the permission of Care Dorset.

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