Housekeeping Assistant - Bank

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Housekeeping Assistant for Elvy Court Care Home in Sittingbourne, Kent. You will maintain a clean, welcoming environment and support laundry services, upholding high standards of care and resident dignity.

Join our close-knit team and contribute to a culture of respect and exceptional care. We value flexibility, teamwork, and compassion, with opportunities to grow within Avery's network of homes.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling, Fire Safety and COSHH.
• Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting.
• Compassionate and committed to delivering high-quality housekeeping and laundry service.
• Adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and oversee laundry standards.
• Follow standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry.
• Treat residents with dignity and respect and protect their personal spaces.
• Work collaboratively within a team and adapt to changing needs.

Skills

Health and Safety

Moving and Handling

Fire Safety

COSHH

Job description

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Housekeeping Assistant at Elvy Court Care Home in Sittingbourne, Kent.

Main duties of the job

As a Housekeeping Assistant at Avery Healthcare, you will have a significant impact on residents lives by ensuring a clean and welcoming environment. Your primary responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and overseeing laundry standards, aligning with the company's high service expectations. Duties involve executing cleaning tasks as per guidelines, understanding and applying appropriate cleaning techniques for various surfaces, and maintaining excellent condition of all areas. Furthermore, the role requires you to treat residents with dignity, ensuring their personal spaces are respected. Other aspects of the job include managing cleaning materials effectively and working collaboratively within a team. Youll need to demonstrate adaptability and flexibility to manage different responsibilities, sometimes at short notice. This position is a part of the wider Avery Healthcare team, known for valuing respect, compassion, and exceptional care, while providing opportunities for career growth and development.

About us

Avery Healthcare is a prominent provider of luxury care homes across the UK, focused on delivering meaningful experiences for both residents and team members. They strive to make the later years of life as fulfilling as any other, by fostering a supportive and inspiring environment. Averys vision of creating meaningful lives together resonates through their network of over 100 homes, where employees are continually valued and empowered. Avery Healthcare stands out not only for its exceptional care services but also as a preferred workplace where individuals feel appreciated and motivated daily. Joining Avery means being part of a community committed to high standards of care, a culture of respect, and the growth and support of its team members.

Job responsibilities

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Housekeeping Assistant at Elvy Court Care Home in Sittingbourne, Kent. You will operate according to our standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry, ensuring that hotel service standards are maintained. Other responsibilities will include:

Other responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out all cleaning duties in accordance with worksheet instructions.
• Understanding the cleaning requirements of different surfaces and coverings and the properties of cleaning materials, ensuring that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition.
• Ensuring that all residents are treated with dignity and respect and that their personal space and belongings are always respected.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all you do.

Our ideal candidate must have:

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, 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.
• The ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, we're not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, we're a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we're passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

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

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety, and COSHH assessments. Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting. Ability to demonstrate compassion and commitment towards high-quality housekeeping and laundry services for residents. Adaptive and flexible approach to cover a range of responsibilities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.