Housekeeping Assistant

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A premier healthcare provider in Greater London is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to maintain high standards of cleanliness in the care home. The role involves various cleaning duties, ensuring residents are treated with dignity, and following standard operating procedures. Qualifications include knowledge of Health and Safety and experience in public cleaning. This part-time position offers the opportunity to grow in a caring and supportive environment, fostering a culture of respect and compassion.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly in areas such as moving and handling, fire safety and COSHH assessments.
• Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents.
• Adaptable and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all cleaning duties in accordance with worksheet instructions.
• Understand the cleaning requirements of different surfaces and covering and the properties of cleaning materials.
• Ensure that all residents are treated with dignity and respect.
• Operate according to standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry.
• Adapt and flexibly cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Job description

Job Summary

The Housekeeping Assistant role at Avery Healthcare's Beckenham Park Care Home involves maintaining high standards of cleanliness and laundry in the care home. The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated team, committed to providing an exceptional level of care and support to the residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out all cleaning duties in accordance with worksheet instructions.
• Understand the cleaning requirements of different surfaces and covering and the properties of cleaning materials, ensuring that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition.
• Ensure that all residents are treated with dignity and respect and that personal space and belongings are always respected.
• Operate according to our standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry, ensuring hotel service standards are maintained.
• Adapt and flexibly cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly in areas such as moving and handling, fire safety and COSHH assessments.
• Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents.
• Adaptable and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities on short notice.

Shift Details

2 part-time positions x 20 hours per week.

Required Checks

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Legal Statement

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Benefits

We are committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. Experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.