Job Description
Positioned at the Gateway to Mid-Wales, the Rhallt provides exceptional person-centred care for General Nursing and Dementia Nursing to the population of Powys, Shropshire and Gwynedd. With easily accessible road links and a conveniently located Rail station nearby, the Rhallt is nestled in the most beautiful location adjacent to Offa’s Dyke Path, straddling the Montgomery Canal and the magnificent hills of the surrounding countryside. Our incredible staff provide unrivalled care 24 hours a day and our residents are established at the centre of everything we do. Renowned locally for its’ long serving staff, the Rhallt really does provide a home from home where you can rest assured, your loved one will be cherished and cared for by highly trained and experienced staff who really advocate for residents and support them to live their best lives. The Rhallt provides a values rich environment where the care is evidence based and delivered with dignity and respect. We are seeking to appoint a kind, motivated and organised Housekeeping and Laundry Assistant to join our team. To provide a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the Home is maintained to the highest level and within the Lovett Care specification. We have a 30 hour contracts available with an hourly rate of £13.00! Shift times are 0800-1400 or 1400-2000, with alternate weekend working. Role Responsibilities:
* Complete all daily and weekly cleaning schedules, and sign necessary paperwork.
* Follow all guidance from Head Housekeeper.
* To contribute to the achievement of the Home’s standards for Housekeeping.
* To undertake general cleaning tasks and follow and carry out any other cleaning duties as delegated by the Head Housekeeper.
* Carry our laundry duties when required.
* Ensure the working environment is free from hazards and be aware of the risks when using the equipment.
* Take responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults that the post holder is responsible for or comes into contact with.
Skills and experience required:
* Previous non-domestic cleaning and experience of working in a care setting would be beneficial.
* Ability to operate cleaning equipment in the Home.
* Ability to follow simple written and verbal instructions and write basic comments.
* Communicate effectively with other team members.
* Display reliability and trustworthiness.
The Benefits
* Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles
* 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
* Paid DBS
* Uniform provided
* Paid training
* Refer a friend referral scheme, for the following roles only – Registered Nurse, Team Leader/Senior Care Assistant and Care Assistant
* Excellent induction programme for new starters
* A rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress within the company
* Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications
* A competitive rate of pay
* Cycle to work scheme
* Wellbeing programmes
* Recognition awards – employee of the month and golden tickets
* Ongoing career development
* Travel plan – walk or ride a bike and get a free meal that day
* Pension scheme
* EarlyPay- access to your money as you earn (pay advance)
About Lovett Care At Lovett, we believe our elders deserve more. Not out of duty or pity, but because they've earned it, and because the good life doesn't stop at 80, 90, or 100. We believe in more…More dignity in everyday care. More respect in every interaction. More friendship, joy, and belonging. More moments that matter. Our homes aren't waiting rooms. They're communities where people thrive, where days are full of possibility, voices are heard, and the wonder of people shines through in every conversation, every shared meal, every burst of laughter down the hall. When you choose Lovett, you're choosing a place that sees your loved one as we see our own elders: as people who still have everything to give, and everything to gain. We are Lovett. We believe in more for our elders. This position is subject to a DBS check REF-228 532