Housekeeping Assistant

Sanctuary; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing high-quality care in a supportive environment. As a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents at Broadmeadow Court. Enjoy a fulfilling career where teamwork and compassion are at the forefront. With comprehensive training and internal career growth opportunities, you can thrive in a role that values your contributions. Experience the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of others while enjoying a range of benefits that support your well-being and financial security.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Confidential 24/7 employee advice service

Wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work scheme

Additional compensation for overtime

Financial wellbeing support

Exclusive discounts

Contributory pension plan

Life assurance

Parental leave schemes

Qualifications

• Caring and enthusiastic attitude towards older people.
• Ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality housekeeping services with care and commitment.
• Support colleagues and enrich residents' lives as part of a team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Caring

Enthusiasm

Flexibility

Job description

Proud to be not-for-profit, at Sanctuary Care we provide high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect. At the very heart of everything we do is our mission to go beyond the standard expectation of providing great care, by doing everything we can to enrich the lives of the residents we are privileged to care for, their loved ones and as importantly, our dedicated and valued staff.

Housekeeping Assistant

Broadmeadow Court Residential Care Home, 1 Broadmeadow Court, Chesterton, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire

£12.21 per hour

16 hours per week

Why work for us?

We spend so much time at work, so our ethos at Sanctuary Care is to enrich the lives of both our residents and staff. Let's have some fun while we're at work, support each other, and work hard as a team. There's loads of training and promotion opportunities available for those who want to pursue it, and every day job satisfaction at Broadmeadow Court for all roles.

Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes, and you can 'feel' the difference a team makes the moment you step through one of our doors. The team at Broadmeadow Court is special, and we're looking for special people to join us. Become a part of it and apply for this role.

At the heart of our organisation are our incredible people, and we're dedicated to making Sanctuary Care an amazing place to work. We provide a package that includes support for:

Your Mind and Body

• Occupational sick pay after 12 months' service (for those on contracted hours only and subject to qualifying period)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (Includes medical and legal advice)
• Wellbeing resources through our employee platforms including Aviva Digicare
• A greener commute with our Cycle to Work scheme

Your Financial Wellbeing

• Additional compensation for overtime
• Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans via salary finance and free mortgage advice
• Exclusive discounts through our e-hub platform
• Securing your future with our contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity, and Shared)

Your Job

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Complimentary meals during long shifts
• Growth and development through comprehensive training and internal career opportunities
• Ability to be part of our inclusive staff networks like the Parent Network and Disability Network
• Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 months' service onwards
• CQC Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)

About the Role

• We work together as a team to enrich our residents' lives, supporting colleagues and having fun in the process.
• As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will provide a high-quality housekeeping service, showing care and commitment to positively impacting residents' lives.
• You will collaborate with a team dedicated to making residents comfortable in their home.

Skills Needed

Teamwork! A happy team makes for happy residents and a happy home.

Experience is not essential; we will provide all necessary training and support. What matters most is that you are caring, enthusiastic, energetic, and able to communicate well. A flexible approach, kindness, and a genuine liking for older people and their needs are essential to ensure everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We hope you feel you could be our next team member.

Job Reference: 222607

We are only accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK. If applying internally, use your internal careers account. Applications may be withdrawn at any time, so please apply early.

Inclusion is a core value. We aim to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet customer needs with fairness and empathy. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and will make necessary adjustments throughout the application process, in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group supports our commitment to an inclusive environment and works closely with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for successful applicants, which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.