Head Housekeeper

Job summary

Positioned at the Gateway to Mid-Wales, the Rhallt provides exceptional person-centred care for General Nursing and Dementia Nursing to the population of Powys, Shropshire and Gwynedd. With easily accessible road links and a conveniently located Rail station nearby, the Rhallt is nestled in the most beautiful location adjacent to Offa’s Dyke Path, straddling the Montgomery Canal and the magnificent hills of the surrounding countryside.



Our incredible staff provide unrivalled care 24 hours a day and our residents are established at the centre of everything we do. Renowned locally for its’ long serving staff, the Rhallt really does provide a home from home where you can rest assured, your loved one will be cherished and cared for by highly trained and experienced staff who really advocate for residents and support them to live their best lives. The Rhallt provides a values rich environment where the care is evidence based and delivered with dignity and respect.

We are seeking to appoint a caring, motivated and experienced Head Housekeeper to join our team. To oversee and ensure that the standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the Home is maintained to the highest level and within the New Care specification. We have a 37.5 hours contract available with an hourly rate of £13.10. Shift times are 0800-1600, with alternate weekend working.



Role Responsibilities:

To contribute to the achievement of the Home’s standards for Housekeeping.
To undertake general cleaning tasks.
Manage, allocate duties and supervise the housekeeping team ensuring a quality delivery of service for the duration of each shift.
Promote best practice throughout the team.
Complete all orders in line with company policy.
Complete a full deep clean schedule.
Ensure the working environment is free from hazards and be aware of the risks when using the equipment.
Take responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults that the post holder is responsible for or comes into contact with.


Skills and experience required:

Background in commercial cleaning in a hotel, care or hospital environment.
·Experience in managing a team of housekeepers.
·Excellent communication and organisation skills.
·Experience of Auditing and stock control and legislation e.g. COSHH.


The Benefits



Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles



Bank holiday and overtime enhancements
5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
Paid DBS
Uniform provided
Paid training
Refer a friend referral scheme, for the following roles only – Registered Nurse, Team Leader / Senior Care Assistant and Care Assistant
Excellent induction programme for new starters
A rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress within the company
Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications
A competitive rate of pay
Cycle to work scheme
Wellbeing programmes
Recognition awards – employee of the month and golden tickets
Ongoing career development
Travel plan – walk or ride a bike and get a free meal that day
Christmas Bonuses
Pension scheme
Early Pay - access to your money as you earn (pay advance)





This position is subject to a DBS check