Housekeeper - Exeter, United Kingdom - Green Tree Court

Green Tree Court

Verified Company

Exeter, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Summary of the role
Full time Housekeeper - 30 hours a week.

To be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the home at all times in accordance with the cleaning schedules in place.

Key responsibilities of the role:

To clean the residents' rooms, bathrooms, communal bathrooms and toilets and all public areas in the home to the standards set out in the cleaning schedules.
Ensure schedules for cleaning, including spring cleaning, are maintained in accordance with the cleaning schedules.
Manage the company's resources efficiently, to minimise loss and prevent wastage of supplies.
Operate vacuum cleaners, floor polishers, carpet shampooers etc. safely and for their designed use. Ensure equipment is maintained and stored properly. Ensure that the utility and storage rooms are clean and in an orderly condition.
Sweep, scrub, wax and polish floors as appropriate. Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture and curtains. Dust and polish furniture and equipment.
Wash woodwork, windows, door panels and sills. Clean toilets, baths, sinks and hand basins.
Make sure the housekeeping trolley is clean, tidy and well stocked with all items and equipment required to clean the home.
Report all maintenance and safety hazards and withdraw faulty equipment from use immediately.
Empty rubbish bins regularly and transport rubbish to the disposal area.
Ensure statutory and company requirements in terms of Health and Safety and COSHH are upheld at all times.

Key responsibilities within Green Tree Court

At Green Tree Court we aim to provide the very best possible standard of care at all times, and as a member of the team, you will be an essential part of ensuring we exceed this commitment.

To work towards the agreed philosophy and objectives of the Care Home and company.
Show courtesy and respect to all residents, their relatives and maintain their right to confidentiality at all times.
Greet all visitors to Green Tree Court in a friendly, courteous and efficient manner.
Attend mandatory and inhouse training sessions as directed by the Home Trainer.
Participate in team/communication, and to develop a cohesive, supportive and effective team
Report any incidents, accidents or near misses following incident reporting procedure.
Ensure efficient and effective use of resources.
Adhere to all Company and Trust policies and procedures, to ensure a safe environment for residents, visitors and staff to maintain quality standards.

This list is not exhaustive and you may be required to undertake additional tasks from time to time.

Work remotely

Salary:
£9.90-£12.37 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Discounted or free food
Onsite parking

Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:

Please note:
To work in a care home in England from 11 November 2021, the post holder is required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 unless clinically exempt

Application question(s):

Essential Experience: Ability to work well in a team
Desirable Experience: Domestic or cleaning work; using cleaning substances in accordance with instructions; Ability to operate cleaning equipment which includes vacuum cleaners, floor polishers and carpet shampoo machines; knowledge of working in a nursing home/residential home environment

Work Location:
One location