HousekeeperNHS

Job summary

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Gregory House as a Housekeeper. Working 30 hours per week, you will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service for adults with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs, where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area. Working closely with the maintenance team youll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services. Youll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. Theres also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Housekeeper you will be: Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital An active member of the team with a range of responsibility over the day-to-day operation Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and ability to meet and greeting visitors in a professional manner Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all staff, visitors and service users Helping create a positive culture Undertaking any other tasks requested that are appropriate for the post Attending mandatory and statutory training on an annual basis as required by Elysium Healthcare

Main duties of the job

If you're detailed-oriented and passionate about maintaining cleanliness, consider joining the team at Gregory House as a Housekeeper. In this role, you'll work 30 hours weekly as a vital member of the housekeeping team in a facility supporting adults with challenging behavior and high support needs. Your primary responsibilities will include cleaning various areas of the service, such as wards, office spaces, bedrooms, and visitor areas. Collaborating with the maintenance team, you'll ensure high-standard cleaning through training and professional development opportunities provided by Elysium Healthcare. Key duties involve adhering to hospital security policies, active team participation, maintaining phone etiquette, fostering good relations with staff, visitors, and service users, promoting a positive culture, completing assigned tasks, and attending annual mandatory training sessions.

Job description

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Gregory House as a Housekeeper.

Working 30 hours per week, you will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service for adults with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs, where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area.

Working closely with the maintenance team you’ll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services.

You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

As a Housekeeper you will be:

• Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital
• An active member of the team with a range of responsibility over the day-to-day operation
• Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and ability to meet and greeting visitors in a professional manner
• Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all staff, visitors and service users
• Helping create a positive culture
• Undertaking any other tasks requested that are appropriate for the post
• Attending mandatory and statutory training on an annual basis as required by Elysium Healthcare

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have previous experience of cleaning within a similar environment
• Enjoy cleaning and get satisfaction from a job well done
• Prioritise duties and responsibilities effectively
• Be a good communicator
• Have good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
• Have the ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.

Where you will be working:

Location: Furness Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3PD

You will be working at Gregory House, a Learning Disability and Autism service, providing care and support to 22 adults who have a Learning Disability and/or Mental Health needs.  You will work alongside the team helping to provide a specialist provision. The service has an enhanced level of support to allow people with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs to be cared for in the least restrictive setting possible, but within a service which is robust and structured enough to meet their ongoing needs and risks.

What You’ll Get:

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,565 (Pro rata 30 hours)
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays (Pro rata) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of specialized healthcare services, dedicated to delivering high-quality care across England and Wales with a network of over 80 services. The organization covers various domains including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education. Elysium Healthcare is known for its unique approach to care delivery, employing over 8,000 professionals who are committed to making a positive impact on the communities they serve. Being part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium benefits from a global presence, extending its network across 10 countries and employing over 86,000 people worldwide. The organization emphasizes inclusive recruitment, being a Disability Confident employer, and prioritizes safeguarding and welfare of service users through rigorous recruitment practices.