Job Description

Salary: 22,222.20 pro rata per annum (12.21 per hour), plus a shift allowance


Hours: 5 or 10 hours per week - worked every Saturday & Sunday


Location: Milton Keynes


Closing Date: 23 July 2025


About the role


An exciting opportunity has arisen for a weekend Housekeeper to join our dedicated team at Willen Hospice.



As a key member of our Housekeeping team, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across all Hospice areas, including our Wellbeing Centre and clinical spaces.

We are open to flexible arrangements and can offer:

One person, working both Saturday and Sunday (10 hours per week) 7am - 12.00pm

OR


Two people, each working one day over the weekend, Saturday or Sunday (5 hours per week) 7am - 12.00pm

Please state your hours & day preference when applying

What You'll Do:

? General cleaning such as vacuuming, mopping, and dusting



? Cleaning of patient and family rooms, communal areas, offices, and bathrooms



? Replenishing supplies and maintaining cleaning equipment



? Conducting deep cleans and infection control procedures



? Recording fridge temperatures and maintaining linen stocks

What You'll Need:

Previous Cleaning experience ideally in a Clinical setting NVQ Level 2 Infection Control or willing to work towards Reliable, flexible, and hard-working A team player with good communication and interpersonal skills Can work flexibly across day, weekends, and rotational schedules Organised with attention to detail

About us

Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative care within the Milton Keynes area. We offer 24 hour / seven days a week palliative care to people who have advanced disease, caring for people in our Inpatient Unit which accommodates 15 patients and the local community. Our person centred care is delivered with compassion and respect for people's wishes. We have an expanding Therapeutic & Wellbeing service offering Psychological Wellbeing, Social Care, Physiotherapy, Occupational and Complementary Therapy. Our dedicated Business Development teams and retail portfolio of shops raise vital funds to deliver this care.

Apply today and become part of something meaningful.

Previous Applicants need not apply

Please note this position will close early if a large number of applications are received

This appointment is subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Interview Date: TBC

In return for your skills you can expect


A Role with Purpose - Be part of a team delivering outstanding palliative care.



Supportive & Caring Environment - Work with passionate colleagues.





Great Benefits Package - Including 35 days' holiday, contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity/sick pay, and ongoing professional development.



Perks & Extras - Free on-site parking, subsidised catering, Blue Light Card discounts (with membership), and an Employee Assistance Programme.