Head HousekeeperNHS

Job summary

Package Description: Shift Details: 9 am to 4 pm At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Head Housekeeper at Lavender Lodge Care Home in Farnborough. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Head Housekeeper will be to oversee the housekeeping and laundry cleaning service in support of the hospitality services function to ensure a high-quality and comprehensive care service is delivered to residents. Other responsibilities will include: Carrying out all cleaning duties as per the housekeeping job description. Preparing orders for Home Manager approval for all cleaning materials with approved suppliers whilst complying with procedures to maintain appropriate stock levels

Main duties of the job

The Head Housekeeper position at Avery Healthcare is a vital role that requires overseeing the housekeeping and laundry cleaning services to ensure a top-notch care service is delivered to residents. You'll carry out cleaning duties, prepare orders for cleaning materials, monitor the performance of the housekeeping team, and provide training to new staff. A successful applicant needs to embody values such as care, support, honesty, respect, and accountability, with experience in managing laundry and cleaning in a public setting. Knowledge of health and safety and the ability to lead and develop a team are essential. The role includes a DBS check covered by Avery and requires proof of eligibility to work in the UK. Avery offers a supportive and inspiring environment for employees to grow and contribute meaningfully, valuing respect and compassion. The position offers £13.10 per hour with a supportive work culture that celebrates and supports employees.

Job description

Package Description: Shift Details: 9 am to 4 pm

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Head Housekeeper at Lavender Lodge Care Home in Farnborough. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Head Housekeeper will be to oversee the housekeeping and laundry cleaning service in support of the hospitality services function to ensure a high-quality and comprehensive care service is delivered to residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out all cleaning duties as per the housekeeping job description.
• Preparing orders for Home Manager approval for all cleaning materials with approved suppliers whilst complying with procedures to maintain appropriate stock levels and control and ensuring good quality products are purchased within agreed budget limits.
• Monitoring standards of work of the housekeeping and laundry team to always maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Supervising and directing the work of the housekeeping team, providing instruction and demonstration to new staff on cleaning tasks and materials.

ABOUT YOU

To succeed in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all you do.

Our ideal candidate must have:

• Experience in cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting.
• Knowledge of health and safety, particularly moving and handling techniques, fire safety, and COSHH assessments.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead, supervise and develop teams.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, offering a place where people love to work. At Avery, its believed that every stage of life should be enriching, and they strive to create meaningful experiences for both their residents and team members. With over 100 homes across the UK, Avery is committed to providing exceptional care in a supportive and inspiring environment. Their vision is 'creating meaningful lives together,' which they achieve by cultivating a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. By joining Avery, employees become part of a close-knit and award-winning team that appreciates their dedication and offers opportunities to learn and grow throughout their careers. Avery's focus is not just on the care provided to residents but also on creating an excellent workplace for their staff.