Housekeeping Assistant

 

Main characteristics

Location

London

Company

RCH Care Homes

Salary

£10.50/hour

Employment type

Permanent

Category

Social Care / Nursing

Job summary

Why join RCH

You will have a fulfilling career with lots of opportunities for development and progression (including specialist skills training) whilst being supported by a friendly, skilled and award-winning team. You will make a difference to peoples lives and have an opportunity to both give back and be a thriving part of your local community.

Your physical, emotional and mental wellbeing are important to us which is why we have partnered with various organisations who provide 24 hours access to free counselling, legal and financial advice, and health and wellbeing benefits in the EAP (Employee Assistance Program). You will be valued and your great work will be recognised via a number of internal and external initiatives including awards.

You will be able to stretch your salary further with your Refer a Friend bonus*, free DBS* and access to various retail, leisure and dining discounts, whilst simultaneously saving for your future with automatic enrolment on the company pension scheme*. You will have more time for yourself because the local work will mean a shorter commute and, if you drive, will have free onsite parking available to you. You will also be provided with free uniforms.

Is this the perfect job for you?

If you are a caring person who, although part of a team, is still able to work autonomously under your own direction, and has a passion for high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, then this could be the right role for you.

If you have good communication, are able to build a rapport with others so they feel safe and relaxed as you work around them, and enjoy ensuring everyone is able to maintain their dignity by helping them to keep their clothes and environments clean and orderly, you will enjoy this role.

If you are organised, honest, have good time management and good attention to detail whilst still being a kind people person who has a genuine interest in others, you will excel in this role.

Experience

Whilst you dont need any specific qualifications for this role as we provide ongoing training and support, you do need to be able to communicate well and have a good level of both written and verbal English.

Requirements

* Right to work in the UK

What does the job include?

This is a varied role where youll get the opportunity to form close bonds with the individuals you support whilst working as part of a dedicated team.

Your role will include keeping the personal environments of residents clean including laundry, cleaning bedrooms and bathrooms, all while remaining respectful and ensuring residents dignity and comfort is maintained.

You will also be responsible for keeping the communal and social areas of the home clean, assisting with infection prevention and control procedures, maintaining accurate and appropriate records, and ensuring COSHH guidelines are followed.

A bit more about the home

Queens Court is a warm and welcoming purpose-built care home with a friendly and supportive team who care and support for residents with residential, nursing or dementia care needs. Situated in the pleasant residential area of Buckhurst Hill, we have free onsite parking available as well as being close to various public transport links. Queens Court is part of the award-winning RCH Family which has over 30 years of experience in the care sector.

Ready to make a difference? Join us now, we know you can do it!

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