Housekeeping Assistant

Job Title

Housekeeping Assistant

Location

Little Hulton

Salary

Band 2 – £24,323 to £24,529, Competency Based Framework.

Hours

22.5 hours per week, worked over 5/7 days

Contract

Permanent

Introduction

At St Ann’s Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We are looking to recruit a sensitive and empathetic individual who will be committed to maintaining a high standard of cleanliness around the hospice. You will need to be willing to support the needs of our residents and have a good understanding of the importance of ensuring a clean and hygienic environment for patients, staff and visitors:

The Role

• Help in the provision of the Housekeeping function for patients, staff and visitors.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness for all patients, staff and visitors.
• Be responsible for the correct use of equipment.
• Support the housekeeper with implementation of the NHS 2021 National standards in healthcare cleanliness.
• Comply with the NHS 2021 National standards in healthcare cleanliness.
• Adhere to infection control and COVID-19 standards.
• Ensure high use areas are kept clean.
• Follow the national standards of colour coding and COSHH regulations.
• Deputise for the housekeeping supervisor when required.
• Be responsible for accurately completing room completion check sheets.

Requirements

The Housekeeping Assistant will have:

• Have previous experience in a similar role.
• Will possess or be willing to develop knowledge to ensure the hospice environment is clean and safe and facilitates the need for patients.
• Have experience in cleaning methodologies and techniques (Full training will be given).
• Hold an NVQ in Housekeeping, or equivalent or willingness to work towards.
• Have basic level of IT skills, with willingness to develop.
• To cover other duties when required.
• Be prepared to undertake further training courses as required.
• Be able to organise their time and prioritise activities.

The Housekeeping Assistant will be able to:

• Show enthusiasm for the role and will take pride in delivery of a first class support service.
• Communicate well with others.
• Show empathy and understanding towards patients and their families.
• Aspire to or have an area of specialism, to take a lead on and be proactive in developing others.
• Demonstrate honesty and reliability.
• Work well as part of a team and independently using own initiative.
• Offer flexibility when required.
• Adhere to agreed systems of work to ensure consistent level of quality.
• Display the vision and values of the organisation at all times.

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Health cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted lunches on site
• Flexibility to fit your work around your home life
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click here to apply.

Please email Mark Fletcher mfletcher@sah.org.uk if more information is required.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard/Enhanced DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

Closing date: 1^st May 2025

Interview date:  TBC when interview selection process has been completed