Job Description

Job description

Care is Central is seeking motivated and passionate Housekeeping Assistant who is compassionate, caring and dedicated to caring for others the same way we are,

We are looking for individuals to join our growing team in Leighton Buzzard.

Our newly developed 63 bed residential care home is one of only two in the UK designed to meet Passivhaus standards, making it highly energy-efficient, sustainable and environmentally friendly. Ensuring that we not only provide outstanding care to our residents, but our environment to.

You will be joining a supportive care team, led by hands-on management who will provide you with a comprehensive training programme.

Join us on our mission to serve the people of Central Bedfordshire by helping them, treating them well, and providing the best possible care and support.

Role:

To provide a high quality, infection and odour free environment to all residents, guests, and visitors. To ensure that all areas of the facility are maintained in a hygienic, clean, and safe condition. To follow the operational procedures of the housekeeping department.

Duties of Housekeeping Assistant

Complete housekeeping and laundry paperwork accurately, in line with policy and external regulation. Follow Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations. Ensure personal mandatory training is up to date. Ensure the care facility is presented to the highest possible standards. All areas of the home are cleaned in line with guidance as set out in the housekeeping manual. Address any spillages as per the guidance in the housekeeping policy. Talk to residents daily, taking feedback and making the necessary changes. Operate vacuum cleaners, carpet extraction machines, steam cleaners and dry carpet cleaning machines safely. Help to deliver training in the safe use of machinery to all users. Use cleaning substances in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and housekeeping policy, use efficiently to prevent wastage. Ensure chemical stores and cleaning trolleys are locked when not in use. Trolleys/chemicals must never bed left unattended. Use safety signage when cleaning floors e.g., wet floor and cleaning in progress. Report all maintenance and safety hazards and withdraw faulty equipment from use immediately. Adhere to the local safeguarding policy and follow the Duty of Candour requirements.

Requirements:

As a values-based employer, we do not need you to have previous experience in a professional housekeeping role, though it would be beneficial, as would any personal experience you may have provided care for others. What is important to us is that you share our values, have a passion for helping others, can work positively within a team (even when things aren't easy!) and bring joy and laughter to the role, both with those we support and those we work with.

We do also need you to:

Be eligible to work in the UK (Please note we

do not

offer Sponsorship) Have strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written A caring nature with a genuine desire to help others improve their quality of life. Undertake an Enhanced DBS check (Paid for by us)

What We Can Offer You:

A supportive, positive and proactive workplace that cares about people and values treating them well Domiciliary care provision without the need for travel between clients Competitive pay rate of

12.60 per hour

An employee assistance and wellbeing support service to help in times of need. Multiple platforms to access high street discounts and offer schemes, including a Blue Light Card. Company Sick Pay (Terms Apply) 28 days statutory annual leave

Plus,

an additional 5 day's contractual annual leave

PLUS,

Your Birthday off as paid discretionary leave Paid induction training, including gaining a recognised Care Certificate Opportunity to obtain NVQ Level 2 & 3 in Health & Social Care on completion of probation to enhance career development. Double pay on

Christmas day/Boxing Day/New Year's Day

Free uniform & DBS checks Enrolment in the company pension scheme (But you can opt out if you wish) Plus other employee benefits

Skills and Attributes - Our Values, Your Values:

We need all team members to model our organisational C.A.R.E values of

Compassion, Aspiration, Respect & Empowerment

and actively promote a culture that:

Drives Continuous Improvement:

Encourages innovation, service development and high-quality delivery across all areas.

Delivers with Compassion:

Embeds empathy and person-centred principles in all decision-making and quality assurance.

Champions Person-Led Care:

Embodies and promotes the values of My Home Life and Think Local Act Personal*.

Positive Collaborator:

Actively engages with the wider team to drive growth, work collaboratively, utilise individual skills and strengths, and fosters positive, meaningful and respectful working relations.

Application Process:

If you are interested in applying for this role, please click the apply button and submit a CV which we consider to be your expression of interest. If you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you to discuss the role, arrange an interview and send a link to an application form to you. If you relish in meeting new people, caring for others and would like to work for a company that supports and celebrates our hard-working staff, then please apply.

Please Note:

Applications are reviewed as received and we may close this position upon finding a suitable candidate. We are not able to contact or provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

To Find Out More About the Role:

If you wish to find out more about this role, please email Hollie Wiseman at

hrsupport@careiscentral.org.uk

To Find Out More About Care is Central:

To find out more about Care is Central and our vision to be the leading provider of adult social care services in Central Bedfordshire, please visit our website: www.careiscentral.org.uk

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount On-site parking
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person