We are looking for a confident Housekeeper with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 20 hours a week (including weekends), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at [name of service].
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 2,864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Job responsibilities
We are looking for an outstanding Housekeeper with a passion for making a difference to others.
You’ll be working part time, 20 hours a week (including weekends) at Hexham Hospital, helping maintain a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.
Cygnet Hospital Hexham is our 27-bed mental health facility for women with complex mental health needs. The hospital is built to meet the latest national specifications for improving mental health within a therapeutic environment.
As part of our continued efforts to improve service users' care and treatment pathways, the hospital will benefit from a highly experienced team of mental health professionals and support staff, which include consultant psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses across RMN and RGN disciplines, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, and support workers.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You’ll 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, you’ll 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.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness
* Carry out daily & weekly cleaning regimes
* Maintain & replenish stock and ensure that equipment is clean & well maintained
* Employ safe working practices & adhere to health & safety procedures
* Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations
Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you
* Strong career progression opportunities
* Expert supervision & support
* 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
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.
Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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