Job Description

1. Post Details

Job Title:

Housekeeper

Service Area:

Slough Children's Services

Location:

Slough Children's Centres

Reports to:

Deputy Early Years Manager

2. Main Purpose of the Job

To carry out cleaning and laundry duties, assist in the preparation and serving of meals, and contribute to maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment across the Children's Centres.

3. Key Responsibilities

Launder bed linen, towels, children's clothing and similar items. Undertake cleaning tasks as required, including vacuuming, cleaning internal surfaces, floors, toilets, and nappy changing areas. Organise the purchase and safe storage of cleaning and laundry materials, and maintain essential stock for utility, toilet, and changing areas. Ensure the utility area is kept clean, tidy, and well organised. Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety, adhering to relevant health and safety regulations. Assist the Cook with meal preparation and food service as required. Uphold the centre's policies on equality, diversity, and inclusion. Implement relevant organisational policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with day care standards and maintaining appropriate records. Attend planning and staff meetings as required. Work flexibly across all Children's Centres and early years settings within the service. Undertake any additional duties as may reasonably be required to support the smooth running of the setting.

Person Specification - Housekeeper

Experience

Experience of carrying out cleaning and laundry tasks -

Essential

Experience of working in a multicultural environment -

Desirable

Knowledge

Knowledge of current health and safety legislation relevant to housekeeping and catering -

Essential

Understanding of the principles and practice of food preparation, particularly for children -

Essential

Knowledge of housekeeping and laundry routines and procedures -

Essential

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion -

Essential

Skills and Abilities

Ability to organise time effectively and prioritise tasks -

Essential

Strong communication skills, including good listening and literacy -

Essential

Ability to follow and apply operational procedures, including those related to health and safety -

Essential

Ability to use cleaning and catering equipment and materials efficiently and cost-effectively -

Essential

Flexibility to work varied hours, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends -

Essential

Sufficient physical fitness to carry out housekeeping and catering duties, including lifting and carrying -

Essential

Qualifications

Foundation Certificate in Food Safety -

Essential

Commitment to ongoing personal development and willingness to undertake training -

Essential

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 1 month

Pay: Up to 17.39 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RQ1538992
Expected start date: 23/06/2025