Job summary
Can you provide a high standard of cleaning within the Hospice clinical and non-clinical areas? If so, we have a great opportunity for a Housekeeping Assistant to join the St Leonard's team.
Working as part of the Housekeeping team, you will:
- Follow the cleaning schedules to make sure that all areas of the main Hospice site, including patient areas, are maintained to a high standard
- Ensure all linen and laundry is handled in accordance with Hospice policy
- Ensure the usage of all cleaning equipment and materials is in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and Hospice policy
As a Housekeeping Assistant you will also have opportunities to build strong working relationships with other members of the Hospice team, including clinical staff and the facilities team.
This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week. The department shift patterns cover the period 7am to 4pm, Monday to Sunday and shifts are allocated in advance on a rota system. Shift enhancements are applied on weekends and bank holidays.
Main duties of the job
Our ideal candidate will:
- Have previous experience of maintaining high standards of cleaning, either in the role of a domestic assistant/ housekeeper or in your own property/ home.
- Be a good communicator and be courteous and respectful of others
- Be motivated to work as part of a team but be able to work alone at times under the supervision of the Housekeeping management team.
This role is physically demanding, especially on occasions when specific areas of the Hospice need cleaning in a short space of time.
What we can offer you in return:
- Shift enhancements
- Generous annual leave entitlement of up to 41 days
- Attractive pension schemes
- Extensive employee discounts on shops, holidays and lifestyle choices
- Day shifts which allow you to have a great work/life balance
- A supportive and friendly working environment
About us
Our mission is to provide excellent care and support to those living with life-limiting illness and to the people they care about, to enrich their lives and to contribute to the ongoing development of end-of-life care. We do this by placing our patients at the centre of everything we do, and through involving patients and their families in all decisions regarding their care.
We can only achieve this with the help of our amazing colleagues, by developing and recognising their contribution, and by sharing our knowledge and skills through education, audit and research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
assist in the provision of all aspects of cleaning at the Hospice under the
supervision of the Housekeeping Management team to an agreed high standard.
Main
duties and responsibilities
1.
Work as a member of the Housekeeping team, ensuring
that all areas of the hospice are maintained to a high standard and in
accordance with housekeeping cleaning schedules.
2.
Ensure all linen and laundry is handled in
accordance with Hospice policy.
3.
Work closely with the clinical team to ensure a high
standard of cleanliness is maintained for patients.
4.
Report all faults and wear and tear to the Facilities
team, ensuring the Housekeeping Team Leader has been notified.
5.
Have (or develop) an awareness of laws or policies
relating to Health & Safety, COSHH and Infection Control.
6.
Ensure the usage of all cleaning equipment and
materials is in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and Hospice
policy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To
assist in the provision of all aspects of cleaning at the Hospice under the
supervision of the Housekeeping Management team to an agreed high standard.
Main
duties and responsibilities
1.
Work as a member of the Housekeeping team, ensuring
that all areas of the hospice are maintained to a high standard and in
accordance with housekeeping cleaning schedules.
2.
Ensure all linen and laundry is handled in
accordance with Hospice policy.
3.
Work closely with the clinical team to ensure a high
standard of cleanliness is maintained for patients.
4.
Report all faults and wear and tear to the Facilities
team, ensuring the Housekeeping Team Leader has been notified.
5.
Have (or develop) an awareness of laws or policies
relating to Health & Safety, COSHH and Infection Control.
6.
Ensure the usage of all cleaning equipment and
materials is in accordance with manufacturers recommendations and Hospice
policy.
Person Specification
IT
Desirable
- Familiarity of using IT systems and email (additional training will be provided during induction period)
Qualifications
Desirable
- Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality & Catering Principles
- Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality Industry Skills
Communication
Essential
- Good communicator
- Courteous and respectful of others
- Ability to be sensitive and empathetic
- Ability to communicate at all levels within the Hospice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of maintaining high standards of cleaning
- Attention to detail
- Work efficiently
- Able to manage own time
Desirable
- Knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations and COSHH
- Basic record keeping
- Stock control and rotation
Personal
Essential
- Team player
- Work on own initiative
- Work confidentially
- Can do attitude
- Helpful and professional
- Professional image
- Work efficiently
- Have sympathy with the philosophy and concept of Hospice care
- There is some manual handling including hoovering, mopping, washing down walls etc so you should be comfortable and able to do so
Person Specification
IT
Desirable
- Familiarity of using IT systems and email (additional training will be provided during induction period)
Qualifications
Desirable
- Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality & Catering Principles
- Level 2 Certificate in Hospitality Industry Skills
Communication
Essential
- Good communicator
- Courteous and respectful of others
- Ability to be sensitive and empathetic
- Ability to communicate at all levels within the Hospice
Experience
Essential
- Experience of maintaining high standards of cleaning
- Attention to detail
- Work efficiently
- Able to manage own time
Desirable
- Knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations and COSHH
- Basic record keeping
- Stock control and rotation
Personal
Essential
- Team player
- Work on own initiative
- Work confidentially
- Can do attitude
- Helpful and professional
- Professional image
- Work efficiently
- Have sympathy with the philosophy and concept of Hospice care
- There is some manual handling including hoovering, mopping, washing down walls etc so you should be comfortable and able to do so
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.
