Job summary As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll play a crucial role in creating a comfortable and secure environment for patients. Your attention to detail and practical skills in housekeeping and cleaning tasks will directly impact the overall experience for patients, visitors, and staff. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the quality of care provided by the organization. Main duties of the job The Housekeeping Assistant role involves a variety of cleaning and housekeeping tasks to ensure the hospital is kept clean, tidy, and welcoming for everyone. This includes duties such as general cleaning, laundry, and other support activities that help maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients, their visitors, and the staff. The role requires a caring nature, good practical skills, and a keen eye for detail to make a positive difference. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of independent mental health services in the UK. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a supportive environment for patients. As one of the largest healthcare employers in the country, Barchester Healthcare offers a range of benefits and opportunities for professional development. Date posted 20 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.33 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1245164212 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Uckfield TN22 3FH Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll help to create the comfortable and secure environment that ensures we can meet each patient's unique needs. Keeping the hospital clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our patients, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester independent mental health hospital, you'll help to create the comfortable and secure environment that ensures we can meet each patient's unique needs. Keeping the hospital clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our patients, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills are essential. The organization will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive in the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills are essential. The organization will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive in the role. 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. Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Uckfield TN22 3FH Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)