We are currently looking to hire a Housekeeping Assistant who will implement high standards of housekeeping and customer service for our patients and visitors.
You will work collaboratively with all departments ensuring patient areas are available whilst being sensitive to patient needs. The role requires initiative and a methodical approach to undertake routine procedures such as changing linen, cleaning spillages, deep cleaning and clearing away used items and the safe use of chemicals.
Other responsibilities include the provision of uniform, checking stock, allocating stock and keeping accurate records.
This is a Part Time (22.5 hours a week) vacancy working the following pattern
Tuesday 7.30am - 3.30pm
Wednesday 12.00pm - 8.00pm
Friday 7.30am - 3.30pm
Applicants are preferred to have previous experience in a similar cleaning role with knowledge of chemical usage and training in COSHH. Whilst previous experience in a healthcare environment is desirable.
About us
At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.
Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.
About the role
* Ensure that the highest standard of housekeeping is maintained in all areas
* Work collaboratively with all departments ensuring patient areas are available whilst being sensitive to patients needs
* Adhere to all infection control policies and procedures
* Comply with COSHH regulations
* Provide all departments with sufficient linen, monitor returns and keep up to date records
* Uniform provision - take employee measurements, check stock, order, allocate and keep up to date records
* Ensure all documentation regarding cleans is completed accurately
* In house stock ordering (consumables)
Skills and experience required
* At least one year’s Housekeeping/ cleaning experience (Desirable)
* Great attention to detail
* Strong communication skills
* A flexible and adaptive approach to work
* Healthcare experience (Desirable)
* Knowledge of COSHH (Desirable)
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Benefits include
* Competitive salaries
* 27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
* Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10%
* Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities
* Excellent Life Assurance benefit
* Free parking
* Subsidised eye tests
* Free Flu vaccinations
* Free tea and coffee
* Subsidised on site Restaurant
“I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside”, “the whole organisation is supportive”, “it’s the team, the team are amazing”, “Benenden is a bit like a family”, “the whole atmosphere is brilliant”
These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.