Housekeeper (Burnt Tree Croft Residential Home)

Job summary

Are you detail orientated with a passion for creating a welcoming and hygienic environment? Do you take pride in your work and enjoy contributing to the wellbeing of others?

We are looking for a Housekeeper to work at our residential care home based in Netherthorpe, S3 7JY.

Hours: 30 hours
Shift Pattern: Normally between 8:00am to 4:00pm, this includes weekends (usually alternate) and bank holiday work
Pay: £12.21 per hour 

All new team members are required to attend an induction at our training room in S13 prior to starting work in the care home. These are run every three weeks, starting on a Monday between 9:30am until 3:30pm.

Person Specification:

Be proactive and adaptable to change
Have excellent observation skills
Be able to build trust and report
Be non-judgmental and respectful
Have good time management and organisational skills
Be willing to learn and develop
Have awareness of infection control and hygiene standards

What we offer:

Full induction, mentorship and ongoing training
Access to 100+ elearning courses
Guaranteed working hours on a permanent contract
Career progression
Access to diploma training courses
Established not for profit charity
Work in your local community
Free drinks and subsidised meals
Blue light discount package
Access to the NEST pension scheme
Reward and recognition incentives
Refer a Friend scheme
Free uniform
Free DBS check
Paid holiday which increases with length of service
Enhanced maternity pay after 5years service
Double pay on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day
Eligibility for The Company Shop membership

The job role:

To maintain high standards of cleanliness within all areas of the care home
To ensure that all communal areas such as dining rooms, lounges and bathrooms are kept to a high standard, and comply with infection control guidelines
To maintain the cleanliness and hygiene standards in our resident’s rooms, whilst making sure to respect the privacy, dignity and individual needs of everyone we support
To set and clear tables and help with simple preparation and serving of meals
To safely store all equipment and cleaning materials
To support positive relationships with our residents, their families, colleagues and professionals
To uphold the Sheffcare values
To implement and uphold safe working practices in line with our regulations and our policies and procedures
To attend regular training where required

Sheffcare are an independent local charity established in 1994 and care for older people and people living with dementia in our nine residential care homes across Sheffield. We are a values driven charity committed to prioritising the wellbeing of those we support above all else. We believe in the power of compassion, and we are seeking individuals who share our ethos, regardless of their background or experience level.

What we value:

Kindness
Dignity
Respect
Independence
Choices

How to Apply:

Complete an application form to apply!
All Housekeeper positions require an Enhanced DBS check as part of our commitment to safeguarding, full employment history details and reference information covering a minimum of 5 years (or longer, if you have worked in social care before).

We cannot accept applications from those requiring sponsorship.

Once you have submitted your application form, we will respond within 5 working days if your application has been selected for further consideration. Please be aware that due to the number of applications we receive, we may not always be able to respond to unsuccessful applicants.