We have an exciting new opportunity to join our Housekeeping Team.
The role of Housekeeper is to primarily provide domestic support to the Short-Term Care Centre based in Mount Gould.
Here are some things our wonderful employees have to say about working for Age UK Plymouth.
“It’s a lovely charity to work for. Everyone is very caring and supportive. It is so nice to be appreciated, not just by the clients, but by managers and office staff.”
“I’ve found myself again working for Age UK Plymouth. I enjoy coming to work and being involved with such a great charity. My colleagues and manager(s) are awesome and so supportive and approachable. This job makes me feel human again, I am so grateful for Age UK in many ways.”
“I have been made so welcome by everyone in the building and cannot thank everyone enough. I feel privileged to be working with the whole team.”
In the role of Housekeeper, you’ll be working closely with our management team, the Short-Term Care Centre management team and also alongside other health and social care professionals to ensure people are recovering in an area that is clean, safe and welcoming in order to promote their recovery and wellbeing. Cleaning and Infection control are the Housekeepers main responsibilities in this role.
This role heavily relies upon working as a team, therefore good communication skills are essential. Similar experience is desirable although full training will be given.
A post of this nature is subject to an enhanced Disclosure Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.
The wellbeing of our employees is a priority so we have the following benefits:
• On top of the 5.6 weeks annual leave with Age UK Plymouth your annual leave will also increase by an additional day with each year of service for the 1st 5 years
• Company sick pay is available after successful completion of the probationary period
• We have an Employee Assistance Programme with Bupa
• Social events
This post is 20 per week working 3 – 4 days per week on a rolling 4-week rota. This includes some weekend shifts. Additional hours might be required from time to time to cover staff absence, flexibility is therefore required.
Rate of Pay is £12.22 per hour / £12,708.8 per annum
Closing date: 28/03/2024
Interviews will be held as and when successful applicants apply