Job Description

Housekeeper - Godiva Lodge, Coventry

Hours: 10 (weekends only)

At Anchor, we know that a clean, safe and welcoming environment plays a vital role in helping people enjoy later life with comfort and dignity. We are looking for a committed and conscientious Housekeeper to join the team at Godiva Lodge, Coventry, supporting residents to feel at home every day.


Working closely with the Home Manager and Deputy Manager, you will help ensure the home is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and safety, both in residents' private living areas and in shared spaces. Your work will directly contribute to the wellbeing of residents and the warm, homely atmosphere that Godiva Lodge is known for.

The Role

In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, pleasant and safe environment throughout the home, following agreed standards and procedures at all times.


Key responsibilities include:


Ensuring all areas of the home are kept clean, tidy and welcoming for residents and visitors Maintaining high standards of hygiene in communal areas and individual living spaces Using cleaning products and equipment correctly, in line with instructions and health & safety guidance Following infection prevention, COSHH and safe working practices at all times Supporting a safe environment by reporting any hazards or maintenance concerns Respecting residents' privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all times

About You

You'll be someone who takes pride in your work and understands the importance of cleanliness in a care setting. Ideally, you will have:


Previous cleaning experience and knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment (including carpet cleaners) An understanding of safe use of cleaning products and materials Awareness of health & safety in the workplace, including COSHH An understanding of data protection, confidentiality and safeguarding of vulnerable adults A Customer Service NVQ Level 2 (or willingness to work towards one) would be advantageous

Skills & Qualities

We're looking for someone who brings:


Good organisation and time-management skills A friendly, respectful and empathetic approach The ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexibility and the ability to plan work around residents' needs A commitment to maintaining high standards at all times

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and are proud to support colleague networks including BAME, LGBT+ and Disabled colleagues, as well as our LGBT+ resident group. These groups help shape policy, celebrate difference and ensure everyone feels respected, heard and empowered.


One of Anchor's core values is Respect, and we do not tolerate harassment or discrimination from colleagues, residents or third parties.

Please note that all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK to apply for this role.

Godiva Lodge in Coventry is home to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 40 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver.


GOOD CQC Rating The Chef Manager of the home has been a finalist in the Great British Care Awards for 3 years running with their great quality of catering and preparing meals from fresh daily The home has a dementia friendly environment

Anchor - a great place to work

Anchor is England's largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.


We're not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

A rewarding environment

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we'll give you all the support you need.

Health & happiness

Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts Mental health support Flexible working options

Finance

Pension plan - contribute between 4% and 8% and we'll match it or better Quick and easy pension transfer service Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

Ongoing personal and professional development programme Leadership Pathways online learning resources Career progression and promotion opportunities

To see our full range of benefits, check out our dedicated rewards website

Celebrating diversity, celebrating you

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.


We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.


We are a member of Inclusive Employers, a Stonewall Diversity Champion and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant and HouseProud Pledge schemes.