We are seeking a Housekeeper to join our family. As a Housekeeper, you will undertake all housekeeping tasks and duties as directed by the Housekeeper and / or senior in charge and maintain a high level of cleanliness in all areas and rooms In the Home. The post holder must be physically fit, have a good work ethic and be able to work in a team and independently. All duties must be conducted in a professional manner.
Responsibilities:
· To be aware of, and comply with, all Health & Safety measures to reduce / eliminate cross infection by ensuring all cleaning is undertaken in compliance with Infection Control Guidance
· To ensure that all cleaning / hygiene products are used correctly by self and others and refer to COSSH guidance at all times
· To ensure that self and others wear / use safety clothing & equipment when using products and refer to all COSSH guidance at all times
· To be responsible for all 'in-house' cleaning / laundry as directed
· To work as scheduled to meet the needs of the residents & Home
· To maintain the high standard of cleanliness in the Home at all times.
· To respond to requests to ensure cleanliness and infection control in the Home
· To promote and demonstrate dignity, respect, freedom and choice for all residents in the Home.
· To maintain resident and company confidentiality at all times.
· To report all Health & Safety concerns immediately to the manager.
· Whenever possible / practicable to cover colleague's duties in times of sickness, holidays, emergencies and serious incidents.
· To comply with all employee responsibilities in respect of compliance with Health & Safety at Work, COSHH, environmental health and fire procedures etc, and to always abide by the Company's Health & Safety Policy
· To use correctly as trained & instructed (not misuse) all equipment provided for Health & Safety compliance and supplied by the Company
· To report promptly all complaints, however minor, to the Senior in charge / Manager
· To undertake cleaning duties, replenish stocks of disposable items and laundry, and exercise cost control at all times
· To ensure residents clothing and toiletries are adequate and named and ensure deficiencies are reported.
· To take care to protect resident's personal belongings
· To attend staff and other meetings as required by the Home Manager
· To be courteous and polite at all times and to develop good relations with residents, visitors and other professionals both inside and outside the Home
· To abide by the Company's Quality Procedures, Policies and Work Practices and to report any such non-conformance to the nurse-in-charge, or manager, in the correct manner
· To promote the good name of the Home and the Company at all times
· To understand and adhere to Foxtroy House ethos
· To co-operate and maintain good working relationships with all staff
· You are required to attend all training required for this position, and as directed by the manager
*This is not an exhaustive list.
Foxtroy Ltd is an inclusive organisation and we actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates and selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.
Package:
· A competitive pay rate
· Blue Light Discount card (Eligibility to apply)
· Auto-enrolment pension scheme
· Free high quality training towards your professional continuous development
· Mentoring / support with your development
· Career progression throughout a range of departments within the company.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From £12.41 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
* On-site parking
Experience:
* House Keeping: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person