Housekeeping Assistant

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Join Dunham Care as a Housekeeping Assistant

Location: Herne Bay, Kent

About Dunham Care

With a legacy built on trust and expertise, Dunham Care redefines what it means to experience exceptional care in a luxurious setting.

Every detail of our residences has been meticulously crafted to provide a serene sanctuary where every need is anticipated, and every moment is cherished.

At Dunham care, we don’t just provide exceptional care- we create a vibrant, inclusive lifestyle where residents thrive, and team members feel genuinely valued.

We believe in empowering both staff and residents to bring their full selves to our home. Our team members are encouraged to share their skills, passions and hobbies, creating opportunities for meaningful group activities that feel natural and joyful and not task driven.

Job Role

We are seeking to appoint a caring, motivated and experienced Housekeeping Assistant to join our team and oversee and ensure that the standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the Home is maintained to the highest level and within the Dunham Care specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete all daily and weekly cleaning schedules, and sign necessary paperwork.
• Follow all guidance from Head Housekeeper.
• To contribute to the achievement of the Home’s standards for Housekeeping.
• To undertake general cleaning tasks and follow and carry out any other cleaning duties as delegated by the Head Housekeeper.
• Carry our laundry duties when required.
• Ensure the working environment is free from hazards and be aware of the risks when using the equipment.
• Take responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults that the post holder is responsible for or comes into contact with.

Skills and Experience required

• Previous non-domestic cleaning and experience of working in a care setting would be beneficial.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment in the Home.
• Ability to follow simple written and verbal instructions and write basic comments.
• Communicate effectively with other team members.
• Display reliability and trustworthiness.

Benefits

• Bank holiday and overtime enhancements
• 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
• Paid DBS
• Uniform provided
• Paid training
• Excellent induction programme for new starters
• A rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress within the company
• Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications
• A competitive rate of pay

This position is subject to a DBS check

Dunham Care is an equal opportunities employer, which seeks to ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of; gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race.