Housekeeper
Location: Bognor Regis
Hours: Part Time 25 hours per week
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 13:00 p.m., with one weekend shift every four weeks.
Salary: £12.60 per hour on weekdays, £ 13.60 on weekends.60 on weekends, and £14.60 for overtime.
The Role
Our client, a well-regarded residential care home in Felpham, is seeking a dedicated and conscientious Housekeeper to join their hardworking team.
The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and comfort throughout the home, helping to ensure their residents live in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
Please note: Due to the nature of substances used under COSHH regulations, applicants must be aged 21 or over.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of resident rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, and laundry facilities.
- Use appropriate cleaning products and equipment, observing COSHH guidelines at all times.
- Ensure infection prevention and control (IPC) standards are upheld, including the use of fogging equipment when necessary.
- Organise and manage laundry duties: washing, drying, ironing, and distribution.
- Respond courteously to residents’ requests and support a homely, respectful environment.
- Report any maintenance or safety issues promptly.
- Communicate effectively with residents, colleagues, and managers.
- Assist with stock control of cleaning supplies and maintain equipment in good order.
- Be aware of and follow emergency procedures, including Fire Safety protocols.
- Comply with all safeguarding procedures and confidentiality requirements.
- Complete mandatory training and any additional training as required.
- Work independently and proactively, contributing to the overall wellbeing of the home.
What They’re Looking For
- Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience (preferably in a care or healthcare setting).
- A strong work ethic and attention to detail.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- A respectful, empathetic, and professional approach towards residents.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
- Physical capability to perform manual tasks, including lifting, bending, and using cleaning equipment.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
Benefits
- Enhanced rates of pay for working weekends, Bank Holidays, and overtime
- Sick pay benefit scheme
- Paid breaks
- Healthcare benefits
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Home & Electronics Scheme
- Paid DBS checks
- Blue Light discount package (superb discounts on travel, leisure, entertainment and more)
- Uniforms provided
- Performance bonuses
- Paid induction and training time
- On-the-job development
- Support with the Care Certificate
- Supervision and appraisal meetings.
- Qualifications sponsorship and support
- Career pathways
- Pension contributions
- Long service award
- Refer-a-friend scheme
To Apply
If you believe you are a suitable candidate and would like to work at this reputable care home, please do not hesitate to apply.
This position is NOT open for sponsorship.
