Housekeeping Assistant Casual

The Royal British Legion; Cringleford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization in Cringleford is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain a safe and clean environment. You will undertake various housekeeping tasks to ensure the comfort and wellbeing of residents, upholding hygiene standards and providing excellent care. This role requires close interaction with residents and a commitment to maintaining high cleaning standards. Employee benefits include an assistance program, pension scheme, and the provision of uniform. Join our award-winning team and make a difference in the lives of those who have served.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Pension scheme

Statutory holiday allowance

Uniform provided

Free DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or similar role preferred.
• Ability to maintain hygiene standards.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Undertake daily housekeeping tasks.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of residents.
• Uphold hygiene practices and report equipment issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

You’ll help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment by carrying out a range of housekeeping tasks to exceptional standards. You’ll contribute to the wellbeing of our residents by ensuring their rooms and possessions are kept tidy, presentable and accessible.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake a variety of housekeeping tasks as part of daily duties, assisting residents to keep bedrooms tidy.
• Use supplies and equipment according to health and safety standards.
• Provide excellent care and develop good relations with our residents to enhance their overall experience.
• Ensure all areas remain safe, comfortable, accessible and safe for our residents.
• Uphold strict hygiene practices with infection prevention and control methods.
• Ensure manual handling equipment and associated devices are routinely checked and cleaned for functional and safe use, reporting any damage if required.
• Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.

As this role is based at our care home, applicants must live within a reasonable commuting distance.

Employee Benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Pension scheme subject to eligibility
• Statutory holiday allowance
• Uniform will be provided (where applicable)
• Free DBS check
• Halsey House

Halsey House is set in the popular seaside resort of Cromer, on the Norfolk coast, set in a beautiful historic building which was used as a hospital in the First and Second World Wars. A place where ex‑servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We provide nursing, residential and day care, as well as specialist dementia care. As part of our award‑winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development.