Head Housekeeper

Job Title: Head Housekeeper

Location: Autumn House Nursing Home, ST15 0HG

Salary: £12.50 per hour, 37.5 hours per week

Job type: Full-time, Permanent

About the role:

The holder of this position is responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in all areas of the home. To manage the domestic team and the domestic services within the nursing home environment, the areas, including bedrooms, public areas, and utility areas, are thoroughly and hygienically cleaned. Ordering of products to maintain high standards throughout the home. To supervise, monitor and support the domestic and laundry team.

Northgate Healthcare offer the following benefits:

• Early Pay App – Claim up to 50% of wages on demand. No need to wait until Payday.
• Paid Breaks
• Health and Wellbeing App – With 24/7 GP ( Eligible after 12 months of employment)
• Refer a Friend scheme – £100 (T&C apply)
• Full Training Provided
• Free Starter Uniform and DBS check.
• Career Progression Opportunities – Care Certificate and NVQs
• Blue Light Card – You will be eligible for a blue light card which provides you discounts on shops and restaurants.
• Work-Based Pension

Duties will include:

• To maintain a high standard of cleanliness throughout the home. To oversee the other domestic staff, carry out their duties to a high standard at all times.
• To create cleaning routines for each domestic area and allocate a domestic employee, monitoring the quality and standard of work.
• To work on a roster as specified and as and when necessary.
• To supervise and ensure an efficient and effective laundry operation within the home.
• Hold departmental meetings and ensure good communication with all departments and staff.
• Caring for all fixtures and fittings. To advise the Senior/Manager of any malfunction of cleaning, heating or lighting systems and liaise with the Maintenance Staff.
• Ensure the security of the areas of the home containing all stocks and stores.
• Ensure compliance with regulations concerning Environmental Health and Safety and to advise the Senior/Manager of work practices involving risks not previously identified, including maintaining COSHH records and risk assessments for the department.
• Ensure that ALERT SIGNS are onsite when necessary, e.g. wet floor signs.
• To order cleaning supplies for all domestic use.
• Ensure that the correct cleaning solutions are used and instructions are followed.
• Be aware of C.O.S.H.H regulations.
• Use resources economically and effectively, keeping within allocated budgets, recording such purchases and stock control records.
• Monitor and control day to day expenditure within the domestic/housekeeping budget and discuss with the manager of any projected or unforeseen excessive expenditure.
• Maintain an up to date inventory of all equipment held by the Domestic and Laundry departments.
• Be aware of all policies and procedures within the home.
• Work flexible hours to meet the needs of the home.
• Attend staff training and meetings where necessary.
• Work to a cleaning rota set out by the management of the home.

General

• Be familiar with the nursing home’s Fire Policy and Evacuation procedures
• Report to the appropriate person any accidents or illness of an infectious nature incurred by a resident, colleague, self or other persons that could have an impact within the home
• Report to the appropriate person any significant incidents and faulty appliances, damaged furniture or equipment or any potential hazard including spillages.
• Ensure the security of the home is maintained at all times, including the identification of any visitors and ensuring they sign in and out of the home.
• Be familiar with and adhere to all Policies and Procedures.
• Undertake continuous personal development and training according to the needs of the home.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address any maintenance or safety issues.
• Coordinate with management for external contractors for specialized repairs or services.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and safety standards.

Skills:

• Excellent supervisory skills to lead and motivate a team of staff
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership abilities to provide guidance and direction to the facility team
• Proficient in English, both written and verbal communication skills

Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration.

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Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Housekeeper, Housekeeping Assistant, Home Cleaner, Domestic Cleaner, House Cleaner, Housekeeping, Cleaner, Laundry Operative, Cleaning; Laundry Assistant, Commercial Cleaner, Room Attendant, Residential Cleaner, Office Cleaner, Cleaning Operative may also be considered for this role.