Housekeeping Supervisor - Westhill, United Kingdom - Sanctuary Care

Sanctuary Care

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Westhill, United Kingdom

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Location:
Westhill, Scotland, GB, AB32 6XT- Department: Care (Domestic and Housekeeping Staff)- Operation: Sanctuary Care- Closing Date: 05/01/2024- Salary:

Requisition: 214794Proud to be not
for
profit, at Sanctuary Care we provide high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect.
At the very heart of everything we do is our mission to go beyond the standard expectation of providing great care, by doing everything we can to enrich the lives of the residents we are privileged to care for, their loved ones and as importantly, our dedicated and valued staff.

Housekeeping Supervisor

Pitcairn Lodge, Kirkton Of Skene, Westhill, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire
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£11.46 per hour

15 hours per week

Why work for us?

We spend so much time at work don't we, so our ethos at Sanctuary Care is to enrich the lives of both our residents and staff.

Let's have some fun while we're at work, support each other and work hard as a team.

There's loads of training and promotion opportunities available for those who want to pursue it and every day job satisfaction at Pitcairn Lodge for all regardless of role.

Where you'll work

In one of the gardens, we have sensory planting area and a stunning mural featuring a loch surrounded by poppies, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War.

This is close to the heart of many of our residents and we were proud to welcome people from the local community into our nursing home for its grand unveiling.

In the dementia garden, we have decking, seasonal plants and a bus stop donated by the local council.

Many items in the gardens and home have been bought with a generous donation from a company in nearby Kingswells, as well as money raised through fundraising events and donations from residents, staff and loved ones.

Are you our next Housekeeping Supervisor? Here's more about the role:

First and foremost
we work together as a team to enrich our residents' lives
let's support our colleagues too and have fun in the process
A Housekeeping Supervisor will lead and motivate a team of Housekeeping Assistants ensuring they keep to their cleaning schedules and maintain an attractive and clean environment throughout the home
It's really important that our residents live in a clean, safe and pleasant environment which feels as close to 'home' as possible. The way you look after the home and team plays a huge role in this.

What skills do I need?

Team work A happy team, makes for happy residents and a happy home
Previous experience of providing housekeeping services is required, ideally in a dementia residential setting
Experience is not essential, as we'll support you with all the training and support you'll need to do the job, what is important is that you are caring, enthusiastic and have energy to share
Being able to communicate well is essential along with a flexible approach
You will also be kind and have a real genuine like for older people and their needs, ensuring we treat everyone with the respect and dignity they deserve
Knowledge of infection control would be advantageous

Benefits and rewards
We know you work so hard and being the best Housekeeping Supervisor you can be needs to be rewarded.

We are very proud to offer the following:

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
Life assurance
Care inspectorate performance bonus
Overtime enhancement
Occupational sick pay after qualifying period
Excellent training and development opportunities
Refer a friend scheme with payment of up to £500 available
Contributory pension from Sanctuary Care
Access to a free 24/7 support service providing support including legal, financial, emotional and medical advice
Discounts on shopping, holidays, cinema, dining, days out and much more via 'My Rewards'
Criminal Records Checks are funded by Sanctuary Care.

We hope you feel you could be our next team member.

Job Reference: 214794

Closing date: 05 January 2024

Building Equality and Diversity
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.
Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.