Housekeepers - Part-time
Do you have a good eye for detail?
Are you fussy about cleaning standards?
Do you want to work in a fun and vibrant team? If yes, apply now!
Middlefields House is seeking for a team player who is proactive and determined to work in our dynamic ancillary team. As a housekeeper, you will be responsible for all aspects of the cleaning duties in accordance with the daily and weekly schedules.
Middlefield's House, our new state of the art home has been built for 48 residents in Chippenham, Wiltshire. Each household feels like a regular family home, with a lounge and dining area, as well as a second lounge. There are also communal spaces for the whole home, including a winter garden. View our stunning home here. For more information please watch here of how we care: https://youtu.be/Po6md7pq7nI
Have a watch here of 'What it means to work in a Christian Care Home '
Responsibilities:
* Clean client rooms and common areas;
* Help to keep the home hygienic, fresh and tidy;
* Liaise with the Manager on cleaning schedules and cleaning material stock control;
* Fold items correctly, distribute residents' clothing and store linen and household items safely;
* Maintain the Laundry and linen stores in a safe, clean, tidy condition;
* Maintain the general cleanliness of the kitchen and catering equipment;
* Ensure all water and other spillages are cleaned up immediately after they occur;
* Maintain records as required by your manager;
* Attend meetings and training activities including fire and evacuation procedures etc. as needed;
* In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, you must perform other duties assigned by your manager from time to time that are within your capabilities.
We offer a full induction to the work and also provide other training as required by the post.
About you:
* You need to be someone who enjoys working with older people and can have an empathy with them;
* You need to be able to operate laundry equipment in a safe and reliable manner
* You need to be able to work as part of a team in order to provide an excellent service to our residents; and
* You must be a well-organised, practical and adaptable person.
For more details, please take a look at the Job Description and Person Specification.
Hours:
Part Time
Week 1 - 20hr
Week 2 - 25hr
Benefits:
* Weekend rate £12.70
* £250 joining bonus (on completion of probation)
* Training & development
* Career development: Whether you are starting your career or looking to expand your skills.
* Paid DBS checks
* Being part of our friendly and committed staff team
* Ongoing support from management
* Flexible working: various working hours
* Team events
* Pension scheme
* Care Friends referral
* Medicash
* Perkbox - including an Employee assistance programme.
* Long-standing service rewards
* Birthday rewards
- What our staff say about working at Middlefields House ..." relaxed and homely environment" ... -
Pilgrims' Friend Society is a registered charity. Our Christian ethos is central to everything we plan and do. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.