Description
Cleaner required to work at a busy service in Wellingborough.
Hours to suit and totally flexible, though ideally would constitute 10–15 hours per week as a minimum.
You will be part of a friendly, open team and will receive supervision, training, and holiday pay.
Together is an amazing place to work. And it's not just because we're one of the UK's oldest and most respected mental health charities. It's because we put the people who use our services at the heart of everything we do – supporting and enabling them to take control of their lives and make a positive contribution to the community.
Key Responsibilities
Functional Responsibilities
To clean all communal areas within the house as detailed below:
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o Residents' lounges
* Residents' dining room
* Residents' and staff toilets
* Residents' bathroom and shower rooms
* All halls, stairways and landings
* The staff office
* Residents' bedrooms at the discretion of the residents and staff as required
* Washing down the walls and paintwork of any of these areas, as required
The work to be carried out in these areas will include:
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o Vacuuming all carpets
* Sweeping and polishing all floor areas
* Dusting and polishing all other surfaces
* Cleaning and disinfecting all communal toilets, baths, showers and sinks
* Emptying and cleaning all ashtrays
* To clean and put away all cleaning utensils
* To keep all cleaning cupboards clean and tidy
* To report any breakages or necessary replacements to the senior staff
* To report any hazards to safety or hygiene to senior staff
* To co-operate with staff and residents in maintaining the care ethos of the project
* Extra cleaning to be undertaken during COVID-19 outbreak:
* All door handles, bannisters, communal remote controls, light-switches, bathroom handles and levers all to be disinfected daily
* Relevant paperwork completed
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
ROLE SPECIFIC
Essential:
* An awareness of the need to maintain a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene and safety throughout the house – especially during COVID-19 outbreak
* An appreciation that the house represents the home of the residents and is not simply a place of work
* A willingness to work alongside residents in shared cleaning tasks, as appropriate
* A willingness to undertake job related training as identified by the Manager
* Sensitivity towards people with special needs
* An appreciation of the need for confidentiality
* A willingness to work within the framework of Together's Equal Opportunities Policy
Job Benefits
The benefits of working for Together
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Benefits of Working for Together
About Together for Mental Wellbeing
Together for Mental Wellbeing is a national charity that supports people with mental health issues to lead fulfilling and independent lives.
We value people as experts in what works best for them, and each individual we work with influences and shapes the support they and others receive from us.
Founded in 1879, today we work with approximately 4,500 people every month - at around 70 locations across England.
Our services include support in the community, accommodation-based support, advocacy, and criminal justice services.
At Together we value and encourage diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself, welcoming applications from people from diverse communities and backgrounds who share our values.
As an employer, we are committed to making any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.