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*Housekeeping Assistant*
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£12.60 p/h
Part-time, Permanent
Ammanford, SA18
* Caron Group is a family of care homes across mid and south Wales.* Our ethos is to provide quality care and to ensure that privacy, dignity and choice for our residents is at the core of everything we do. We have been operating in the care sector for twenty two years and specialise in residential, nursing and dementia care for older people. We are currently undergoing an exciting chapter in our growth and are looking for dedicated individuals to join us on this journey.
The group’s strength is attributable to our team of highly motivated, passionate and dedicated staff. We invest in exceptional talent and our people share a commitment to success that is second to none. This energy is harnessed to deliver the highest levels of relationship-centred care. We are committed to supporting our staffs’ continuous professional development throughout their careers, through the provision of formal training and development opportunities. The group offers a friendly family culture and supportive environment of teamwork, respect and integrity where everyone makes a valued contribution.
We are seeking a *Housekeeping Assistant *to join our family of Care Homes. As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will undertake all housekeeping tasks and duties as directed by the Housekeeper and / or nurse-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 by the Housekeeper
* To work as scheduled by the Housekeeper 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 from nurses for assistance 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 service-user and company confidentiality at all times.
* To report all Health & Safety concerns immediately to the manager and maintenance.
* 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 Manager / Nurse-In-Charge
* 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 the Named Nurse or his/her deputy
* 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 Caron Group’s 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 Housekeeper / manager
\*This is not an exhaustive list.
_*Caron Group 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 rate
* Employee Referral scheme
* Blue Light Discount card (Eligibility to apply)
* Auto-enrolment pension scheme
* Mentoring / support with your development
* Career progression throughout a range of departments within the company, both clinical and non-clinical roles
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time
Pay: £12.60 per hour
Ability To Commute/relocate
* Ammanford SA18: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application Question(s)
* Are you aged 18 or above?
Education
* GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience
* Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)
Work Authorisation
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Temporary
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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