Housekeeper

Housekeeping - Cedar Lodge and The Limes Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £12.21 Per Hour

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 37.5

Cedar Lodge Dementia Care Home is nestled on the peaceful outskirts of Taunton, Somerset, overlooking a beautiful park. Thoughtfully designed for Dementia care, Cedar Lodge provides a supportive environment for up to 42 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 over 100 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.

We are driven by the five core values that define the Care Concern Group:

Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity
These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

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!

• 08.00-16.00
• 37.5 hours per week, with potential for part-time if preferred.
• Pension
• Additional £2 per hour overtime
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)