Responsibilities Carry out cleaning duties as laid down in the Hospice cleaning schedule, and as instructed by the Senior Housekeeper, Facilities Site Manager, Care Manager or Service Manager. Wash, dry and iron clothes, bed linen, towels and soft furnishings using the hospice laundry. If required, to arrange specialist external cleaners for complex tasks. Ensure that all cleaning materials are stored as directed. Understand C.O.S.H.H. Regulations, and ensure that only the cleaning products listed are used. Inform the Senior Housekeeper when stocks of cleaning materials are running low. Liaise with the Senior Housekeeper to ensure that Department of Health guidelines on cleaning standards are adhered to. In certain limited circumstances, assist the cook/chef with some catering or cleaning duties. Take responsibility for maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen, and ensuring that the cleaning schedule is adhered to. Supervise volunteers, if required. Undertake any other duties as are within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job, the title of the post and its grading, as requested by your line manager or his/her higher level of authority. All duties are shared on a rota basis with other members of the Housekeeping team, providing 7 day cover. This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended as necessary. It is intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post. General requirements Keep up to date on best practice within the charity sector, highlighting trends and insight that could inform planning and support the corporate team with the development of new ideas and practices Maintain confidentiality in all areas of work at EACH. Ensure that your conduct within and outside EACH does not conflict with organisational expectations. Actively support and promote EACH and all its policies. Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Ensure an awareness and observation of Fire and Health and Safety Regulations. Ensure the respect, dignity and rights to privacy of children, young people and their families as far as possible.