Housekeeping Assistant

Danforth Care Homes; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Danforth Care Homes is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant for Harbour Manor in Felixstowe. In this role, you will ensure a high standard of cleaning and laundry services for residents and visitors, adhering to company policies on infection control. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to hospitality and the ability to work flexibly as part of a team, demonstrating personal qualities such as compassion and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Must have basic education including English and Maths.
• Previous cleaning experience is required.
• Understanding and ability to adhere to infection control and health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-standard hospitality, cleaning, and laundry services.
• Maintain compliance with infection control procedures.
• Organize tasks according to priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Infection control guidelines

Organizing priorities

Education

Basic Education including English and Maths

Job description

Housekeeping Assistant for Harbour Manor in Felixstowe

We are currently recruiting for a housekeeping assistant to provide a high standard of hospitality, cleaning, and laundry services within the home for our residents, visitors, and colleagues. The post holder must maintain standards as required in adherence to the Company’s policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with infection control procedures.

Qualifications

Basic Education including English and Maths

Experience

Previous cleaning experience

Technical Skills

• Understanding and ability to adhere to infection control, health and safety/COSHH guidelines
• Proven communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to organise priorities effectively

Personal Qualities

• Thoughtfulness, kindness, compassion, and an understanding of others' needs
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work independently, using initiative, and maintaining professional standards under pressure
• Flexibility to meet the needs of the home
• Smart appearance and good personal hygiene
• A sense of humour and a lively, sociable personality
• Willingness to share ideas for improvements
• Keen to learn and improve performance
• Commitment to communicating with residents and families to understand their needs
• Willing to go the extra mile to fulfill residents' needs
• Positive 'can-do' attitude
• Enjoys working effectively as part of a team

Salary depends on experience and location

This job description is subject to review and modifications as needed.

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Position: Housekeeping Assistant

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