Housekeeper

Housekeeping - Alexander House Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £11.50 Per Hour

Shift Type: Dayshift

Contracted hours: 40

Our newly built care home is based in the charming suburb of Pinhoe, Exeter. We offer exceptional standards of Nursing, Residential, Dementia and Respite care for 67 residents.

We’re seeking a Housekeeper who will make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents by creating a clean and welcoming environment that supports their well-being. Your attention to detail and commitment to high hygiene standards will be crucial in maintaining a pleasant living space. You’ll be part of a supportive team where your role is valued, and you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a positive atmosphere within the care home.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain Cleanliness: Provide thorough domestic cleaning services within the care home, adhering to company policies and best practices.
• Hygienic Work Practices: Perform all cleaning tasks in line with hygiene standards, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.
• Floor Care: Clean and protect a variety of floor surfaces, including carpets and hard floors.
• Furniture and Fixtures: Clean and maintain furniture, furnishings, fixtures, and fittings to a high standard.
• Sanitary Maintenance: Clean and replenish sanitary fixtures and fittings, ensuring they are hygienic and well-stocked.
• Waste Management: Remove refuse regularly and dispose of it properly.
• Vertical Surfaces: Clean vertical surfaces without the use of access equipment.
• Resident Support: Assist with the daily well-being of residents, helping them settle into their new environment.
• Laundry Services: Manage laundry effectively, ensuring it meets guidance and expectations. Safely handle and label personal belongings.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Follow health and safety protocols, infection prevention, and fire safety regulations within the laundry and wider care environment.
• Collaborate with Staff: Work closely with other staff members to ensure that laundry services and overall cleanliness are maintained effectively.

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating close to 80 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.

If you take pride in your work and enjoy seeing the impact of your efforts, this role is perfect for you. Apply today and become an essential part of our team!

Benefits

• £11.50 per hour 
• Contracted to 40 hours per week 
• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)