Housekeeper Gloucester, England
Job description
Housekeeper/Cleaning
National Star’s housekeeping team play a key role in maintaining student and residents’ living accommodation to a high standard so that it is clean and homely for young adults with complex disabilities.
This role is based at our long term residence in Gloucester. Working as part of the friendly Site Services and residential teams, our housekeepers/cleaners are instrumental in maintaining the cleanliness of their allocated areas, always following our infection control guidelines.
The working hours for this role are 20 hours a week, Monday to Friday, ideally working 9.00 am – 1.00 pm although this could be flexible.
If you’re someone who has attention to detail and wants to feel valued in your important housekeeping role then apply today. Although you’ll be more than capable of working independently your role will bring you into contact with a range of people within the organisation, including residents and staff.
Key areas of responsibility include:
Following daily, weekly and termly checklists of cleaning duties, including periodic deep cleans to promote a high standard of cleanliness.
Cleaning student residences including bedrooms, bathrooms, toilets, kitchens/kitchenettes, windows and communal and staff areas
Ensuring accidental spillages and hazards are dealt with appropriately in line with health and safety policies
Ensuring soap and hand sanitiser dispensers are stocked and in good working order
Have a working knowledge of how to adhere to the safe handling of substances, adhering to COSSH procedures.
Golden Hello
All new staff joining National Star will be eligible to receive a welcome bonus of £250 (pro rata) upon successful completion of their probation.
Staff benefits
Opportunity to access a wide range of training, including the Level 2 qualification in Adult Care for those new to care and support work
Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM (NUS Extra) card which provides discounts at many retailers including the Co-op, ASOS, Urban Outfitters, Boots, Waterstones and more
Free parking on site
Contributory pension scheme
Cashback scheme to help pay for dental, optical, physiotherapy and other healthcare treatments
Cycle to Work scheme
Life insurance cover
How to apply
At National Star, we know the value of a diverse workforce, and welcome applications from all areas of the community. This includes those with disabilities, and we are a proud Disability Confident employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities.
Please note that all applicants will be expected to undertake a DBS Disclosure, and undergo the necessary employer checks. The level of disclosure to be applied for will be dependent on your job role and will be discussed with you during the recruitment process but is usually an enhanced level. Where appropriate, the adult and child barred lists will be checked and we will not employ anyone who appears on either of those registers.
We prefer people to submit an online application as this helps support the charity in saving money. Alternatively please call our recruitment department 01242 527631 for further information or an application form. If you have a disability and need to apply using an alternative format, or if you have any technical problems with our recruitment system please let us know.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 20 per week
Salary: £10.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free or subsidised travel
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- Referral programme
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
