Job summary
Weare a bed based Rehabilitation, Re-enablement and Recovery unit located inGrimsby. Our multi-disciplinary service consistsof Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Carestaff who all work collaboratively to prevent unnecessary and lengthy stays inhospital or admission into long term care, wherever possible.
Weprovide a range of therapies and support to assist people in their recovery andregain their independence, enabling them to return to their own homes safelyand with any additional support in place.This could be following a period of illness, trauma, surgery, or a significanthealth event.
If you work wellas part of a team and are motivated, we would welcome your application.
Please note that Care Plus Group are not currentlyregistered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA.
Main duties of the job
Job title: Housekeeper
Department: Community Inpatient Unit
Base: CIU
Hours: 20-25 Permanent
Rota pattern: Monday Sunday including Bank Holidays
Salary Range 2 £20,702 (under 21) / £22,370 (over 21) (pro rata)
You will be part of a team responsible for the housekeeping services within this busy inpatient unit. This will include tasks such as window cleaning, cleaning of floors, stairs, furniture, fixtures and fittings ensuring a high level of cleanliness at all times in compliance with CQC regulations and standards.
Other duties will be the preparation of soiled bed linen and towels to be sent to external laundry services; disposal of clinical and domestic waste and the use of specialist equipment in compliance with manufacturers instructions.
You will hold a NVQ Level 2 certificate in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent level of knowledge and have at least one years experience of working in a domestic role or setting.
You must be able to work flexibly as part of a rota to cover weekends and bank holidays.
About us
Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, establishedin 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employover 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture wehave developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvementof our staff.
We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NELincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback.Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awardsincluding winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold thehighest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducingour carbon footprint.
We offer excellent terms and conditions includingoptional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Providerclosed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programmeand an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognisecontinuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposesof annual leave entitlement.
We are a supportive employer and operate in a waywhich supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer,committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the samecommitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer,we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job descriptionis attached as a separate document with the person specification. Please refer to this for more informationbefore completing your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. NVQ Level 2 certificate in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent level of knowledge
Desirable
2. Moving and Handling training within the last 2 years
Experience
Essential
3. At least one years experience of working in a domestic role or setting
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
4. Stock ordering and stock control
5. Sound knowledge of Health and Safety including COSHH regulations
6. Knowledge and understanding of infection control
7. Compassion, dignity and respect for individuals
8. Awareness of food hygiene principles
Desirable
9. Knowledge of the patient group
Other
Essential
10. Moving of heavy objects/loads in accordance with the Moving and Handling Policy
11. Using of industrial/domestic cleaning equipment, including laundry equipment
12. Continuous bending/stretching
13. Carrying light loads up and down stairs
14. Able to work flexibly as part of the rota which will include Bank Holidays and weekends