Housekeeper

Description

The Housekeeper role, will work across the overall Rowans Hospice Charity Service,  the housekeeping team is led by the Head housekeeper who is responsible to Facilities Manager. The role is based at Rowans Hospice, Purbrook.  The post holder will be responsible with assisting as directed, with the housekeeping services provided within the hospice for patients, visitors, and staff.

This is a part time role with a shift pattern of: 2 week rota. Week 1 – Weds, Thurs & Fri 08:00 – 13:00, Sat & Sun 09:00 – 14:00 Week 2 – Weds, Thurs & Fri 08:00 – 13:00 (equivalent to 20 hours per week)

Key duties include:

• To carry out, as directed, all aspects of cleaning tasks and laundry services as laid down in the regular and periodic cleaning schedules
• To ensure the environment, equipment and surfaces are maintained in a hygienic condition and to ensure that this is recorded.
• To ensure that all cleaning tasks are carried out as described in the cleaning schedules to ensure the environment, equipment and surfaces are maintained in a hygienic condition and to ensure that this is recorded.
• To ensure that the cleaning of rooms vacated are carried out within a reasonable time scale and that rooms are prepared to welcome a new patient/family.
• To carry out cleaning duties for all non-clinical areas ensuring that they are left clean and tidy.
• Ensure that all housekeeping equipment is kept safe, in good order and in a hygienic way and that all equipment is maintained to the manufacturer specifications.
• To ensure a high standard of general cleanliness
• To adhere to the hospice and Statutory regulations pertaining to the safe and hygienic operation of the Housekeeping areas.
• To, at all times, be aware of the special needs of the patients and to meet these needs wherever it is practicably possible.
• To contribute and seek to improve the quality of life for patients and their visitors.
• Maintain confidentiality, particularly of patient information, at all times.
• To report and assist with the investigation of complaints and inform line manager of compliments to the service.
• To report any matters affecting the smooth running of the housekeeping environment and hospice to the Quality Manager.

For further information please download the job description on the left and then use the online application form to apply for this role.

Closing date for application is 6th March 2025

Interview Date: 12th March 2025

If you require any further information please contact hr@rowanshospice.co.uk