Job summary
We are looking for a confident Head Housekeeper with a passion for delivering outstanding care.Youll be working 40 hours a week (working from 8am to 6pm, Mon to Friday, possible weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Newham House.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK.We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care.Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for an outstanding HeadHousekeeper with a passion for making a difference to others.
Youll be working 40 hours a week, (working from 8am to 6pm, Mon to Friday, possible weekends), atNewham House, helping maintain a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.
Cygnet Newham House is our Neuropsychiatric care and treatment facility for women, a first for Cygnet Health Care, comprising 12 hospital beds and 8 transitional care beds. This service provides users with a one care pathway, ensuring a smooth transition through their rehabilitation.
The hospital is a modern, purpose built facility that has been designed specifically to provide a clinically led evidence based neuropsychiatric pathway for those individuals presenting with behaviours that challenge as a result of their ABI or neurological insult.
Our focus is to create a therapeutic rich environment which engages our service users and offers them the opportunity to maximise their independence.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.
With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.
Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.
Your day-to-day
Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness - To supervise and guide domestic staff team, ensuring all areas of the hospital are cleaned on a daily basis. Carry out daily & weekly cleaning regimes - Ensure that equipment is clean and well maintained. Maintain & replenish stock and complete monthly stock sheets. Liase with the Hospital Manager/supplier when ordering cleaning products, report on their effectiveness as well as undertaking monthly stock checks and ensuring safe storage. Undertake other duties, as required, by the Head of Care or Hospital Manager Employ safe working practices & adhere to health & safety procedures Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings
You are...
Experienced in cleaning, housekeeping or domestic work (desirable) Knowledgeable of COSHH (desirable) Friendly, conscientious & have a positive attitude A good communicator
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
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