Job summary This part-time domestic assistant role at Elysium Healthcare's Ann House service in Kendal offers an opportunity to contribute to creating a safe and clean environment for individuals with mental health issues, complex needs, and addiction problems. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the service, including wards, offices, bedrooms, and visitor areas, working closely with the maintenance team. Main duties of the job As a Part Time Domestic Assistant, your key responsibilities will include maintaining required security standards, being an active team member with a range of day-to-day operational duties, providing excellent customer service, and helping to create a positive culture. You will receive necessary training and have access to a range of career development opportunities to support your growth within the organization. About us Elysium Healthcare is a well-established and stable company with over 8,000 employees, providing a diverse range of healthcare services across England and Wales. As part of the Ramsay Health Care global network, the organization has a strong focus on delivering high-quality care and supporting its employees' personal and professional development. Date posted 02 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.15 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 1166903356 Job locations Elysium Healthcare Kendal LA9 6AA Job description Job responsibilities If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Ann House as a Part Time Domestic Assistant. Working 22.5 a week you will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service for men and women with enduring mental health issues, complex needs and complicated addiction problems; where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area. Working closely with the maintenance team you will ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services. You will receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Part Time Domestic Assistant you will be: Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital. An active member of the team with a range of responsibility over the day-to-day operation. Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and ability to meet and greeting visitors in a professional manner. Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all staff, visitors and service users. Helping create a positive culture. Undertaking any other tasks requested that are appropriate for the post. Attending mandatory and statutory training on an annual basis as required by Elysium Healthcare. To be successful in this role, you will: Have previous experience of cleaning within a similar environment Enjoy cleaning and get satisfaction from a job well done Prioritise duties and responsibilities effectively Be a good communicator Have good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently. Where you will be working: Location : Cumbria, Ann St, Kendal LA9 6AA Our Kendal sites provide enhanced levels of support which allows people with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs to be cared for in the least restrictive setting possible, but within a service which is robust and structured enough to meet their ongoing needs and risks. The service ensures people lead positive and meaningful everyday lives, where they have choice and control, accessing mainstream services and facilities, engaging in work and training, in leisure opportunities, hobbies and areas of personal interest. Residents are encouraged to be as independent as possible with the long-term aim of people moving onto a more independent living setting What you will get: Hourly rate of £12.15 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – plus your birthday off (Pro Rata) Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Job description Job responsibilities If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Ann House as a Part Time Domestic Assistant. Working 22.5 a week you will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service for men and women with enduring mental health issues, complex needs and complicated addiction problems; where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area. Working closely with the maintenance team you will ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services. You will receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Part Time Domestic Assistant you will be: Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital. An active member of the team with a range of responsibility over the day-to-day operation. Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and ability to meet and greeting visitors in a professional manner. Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all staff, visitors and service users. Helping create a positive culture. Undertaking any other tasks requested that are appropriate for the post. Attending mandatory and statutory training on an annual basis as required by Elysium Healthcare. To be successful in this role, you will: Have previous experience of cleaning within a similar environment Enjoy cleaning and get satisfaction from a job well done Prioritise duties and responsibilities effectively Be a good communicator Have good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently. Where you will be working: Location : Cumbria, Ann St, Kendal LA9 6AA Our Kendal sites provide enhanced levels of support which allows people with continuing challenging behaviour and high support needs to be cared for in the least restrictive setting possible, but within a service which is robust and structured enough to meet their ongoing needs and risks. The service ensures people lead positive and meaningful everyday lives, where they have choice and control, accessing mainstream services and facilities, engaging in work and training, in leisure opportunities, hobbies and areas of personal interest. Residents are encouraged to be as independent as possible with the long-term aim of people moving onto a more independent living setting What you will get: Hourly rate of £12.15 The equivalent of 33 days annual leave – plus your birthday off (Pro Rata) Free meals and parking Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance. Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals. Pension contribution to secure your future. Life Assurance for added peace of mind. Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time. There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience of cleaning in a similar environment, enjoy cleaning and take pride in your work, be a good communicator, have excellent attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness, and the ability to prioritize tasks and resolve problems efficiently. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To be successful in this role, you should have previous experience of cleaning in a similar environment, enjoy cleaning and take pride in your work, be a good communicator, have excellent attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness, and the ability to prioritize tasks and resolve problems efficiently. 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 Elysium Healthcare Address Elysium Healthcare Kendal LA9 6AA Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)