Housekeeping & Laundry Assistant

Overview

Join Our Team as a Housekeeping Assistant at The Burlington by Boutique Care Homes!

26 hours per week

Boutique Care Homes is a family-run care provider, we pride ourselves on providing compassionate care, with true family values, ensuring your loved one lives a fulfilled life, enjoying fresh, nutritious home-cooked food and a choice of activities and entertainment in their later life. Our team is dynamic and energetic, evolving with the times, ensuring safety and well-being come first, providing you peace of mind that your loved one is well cared for.

• Competitive salary
• Company pension
• Free team lunches
• Free on-site parking
• Free employee expert counselling & support from qualified advisors, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Refer a friend incentive scheme
• Blue Light Card discounts
• BCH quarterly recognition awards
• Long service awards

As a Housekeeping Assistant, your primary role is to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness within our care home. You will take immense pride in your work and collaborate effectively with the housekeeping team to ensure that cleaning tasks are executed according to the established schedule. Your efforts are essential in creating a clean, inviting, and hospitable environment for our residents, guests, and visitors, contributing to the exceptional 5-star experience offered by our care homes.

• Maintain a positive, one team approach with all departments to deliver activities and create a fun, vibrant environment.
• Coordinate and collaborate with different departments; ensure effective internal communication and seamless teamwork.
• Perform cleaning duties with meticulous attention to detail in residents’ rooms, common areas, and facilities.
• Develop positive relationships with residents, staff, and visitors; become an integral part of the team.
• Encourage residents to assist with daily tasks to promote independence and a sense of worth.
• Maintain high standards of personal presentation and hygiene.
• Support the Head Housekeeper in reporting defects or damage to furnishings.
• Use products selected for their intended purpose and follow infection control policies and universal precautions.
• Carry out reasonable instructions from the Head Housekeeper or Hospitality Manager.
• Complete cleaning documentation in line with company policy.
• Ensure infection control standards are achieved through agreed work schedules and COSHH compliance.
• Carry out deep cleaning in line with Boutique Care Homes procedures.
• Work safely within company policies and seek guidance when necessary.
• Understand cleaning requirements of different surfaces and maintain areas in good condition.
• Monitor stock and condition of linens and agree repairs or replacements with the Line Manager.
• Complete mandatory training during induction and ongoing as required.
• Attend team meetings and training sessions as needed.

• Previous experience in housekeeping or cleaning, ideally within a healthcare or hospitality setting.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining cleanliness.
• Physical stamina to perform cleaning tasks, including lifting and bending.
• Teamwork and communication skills to work effectively within a housekeeping team.
• Dedication to providing exceptional service and creating a welcoming environment.
• Adherence to hygiene and safety protocols.
• Flexibility to accommodate changes in workload or scheduling as necessary.
• Demonstrate ability to be a team player.
• Knowledge of cleaning products.
• Health and Safety Awareness; COSHH Awareness.

If you re ready to make a difference and help us make a positive impact on the lives of our residents, apply today by submitting your CV!