Housekeeping Supervisor

Sanctuary Group; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit care provider is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor to lead a team in maintaining a clean and safe environment at their Bletchley location. The ideal candidate will have experience in housekeeping, excellent teamwork skills, and a commitment to resident care. Benefits include occupational sick pay, wellbeing resources, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

24/7 employee advice service

Cycle to Work scheme

Contributory pension plan

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping is preferred, ideally in a dementia residential setting.
• Caring, enthusiastic energy and a flexible approach are essential.
• Strong respect for residents and ability to maintain a clean environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Housekeeping Assistants.
• Ensure cleaning schedules are followed to maintain a pleasant environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer care

Knowledge of infection control

Education

NVQ / QCF Level 2 in Catering and/or Housekeeping

Job description

Overview

Housekeeping Supervisor – Caton House Residential and Nursing Home, 37 Epsom Grove, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK3 5NR

Salary: £13.70 per hour

Hours: 40 hours per week

Department: Health and Social Care (Domestic and Housekeeping) / Operation: Sanctuary Care

Closing Date:

Requisition: 225780

Proud to be not-for-profit, Sanctuary Care provides high quality care homes where people are looked after with dignity and respect. The mission is to go beyond standard expectations of care by enriching the lives of residents, their loved ones, and our staff.

Are you our next Housekeeping Supervisor?

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Housekeeping Assistants, ensuring they follow cleaning schedules and maintain an attractive, clean environment throughout the home
• Support our residents to live in a clean, safe and pleasant environment that feels like home

Qualifications and Skills

• Teamwork and the ability to keep residents and the home as a priority
• Experience in housekeeping is preferred, ideally in a dementia residential setting
• Training and support will be provided; caring, enthusiastic energy and a flexible approach are essential
• Good communication skills; strong customer care and respect for residents
• Knowledge of infection control is advantageous
• NVQ / QCF Level 2 in Catering and/or Housekeeping or equivalent experience is desirable

Your Benefits and Development

• Occupational sick pay after 12 months for contracted hours (subject to qualifying period)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (including medical and legal advice)
• Wellbeing resources through employee platforms including Aviva Digicare
• Cycle to Work scheme for a greener commute
• Overtime compensation, paid ferry pass and paid breaks (Millport specific)
• Financial wellbeing support including access to affordable loans, salary finance and free mortgage advice
• Exclusive discounts through e-hub platform
• Contributory pension plan and life assurance
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity and Shared)
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) and complimentary meals during long shifts
• Comprehensive training and internal career opportunities
• Inclusive staff networks and loyalty recognition for 12 months of service
• CQC/CI Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria)

How to Apply

• We are accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK
• We may withdraw the advertisement at any time; please apply early

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Inclusion is a core value. Sanctuary aims to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where people thrive and meet customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcomed. We will make adjustments throughout the application process in line with Sanctuary’s Disability Confident status.

Building Equality and Diversity: Sanctuary Group encourages applications from diverse backgrounds to support an inclusive environment. We work with the Home Office regarding right to work. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be paid for if you are successful. Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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