Bank Housekeeper in Irchester

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 Avonfield Neurological Centre as a Bank Housekeeper. You will be an integral part of the staff bank at a service for those who have long term neurological conditions 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’ll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services. As staff bank, enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule at £12.85 per hour including a 12.07% pay uplift and enjoy weekly pay. You’ll 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.

As a Housekeeper you will be:

• Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital.
• Being 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 greet 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.
• Ability to prioritise duties and responsibilities effectively.
• Good communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.

Where you will be working:

Location: 290 Station Rd, Knuston, Irchester, Wellingborough NN29 7EY. Avonfield is a 19-bed specialised neurological centre situated within tranquil grounds in the village of Knuston, Northamptonshire. The aim of the service is to offer assessment, treatment, and active rehabilitation programmes to maximise autonomy and independence. The team work to reduce the impacts of neuro-disability associated with the neurological condition or acquired brain injury.

We are committed to providing the highest standard of neurological care and rehabilitation for a wide range of neurological conditions and symptoms. We work closely with the person’s family and care team and recognise this is central to a long lasting and successful rehabilitation. Some people we care for may also have co‑morbid complex physical health needs and/or mental health problems. The service model has been developed to support people who, because of their acquired brain injury or neurological condition, have complex behaviours including verbal or physical aggression, agitation or disinhibition requiring a neurobehavioural approach.

What you will get:

• Hourly rate of £12.85 (including 12.07% holiday allowance uplift).
• Two-week paid induction.
• Free meals and parking.
• Mandatory training to ensure you are fully able to do your job at the best of your ability.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work‑life balance.
• Pension contribution to secure your future (Optional).

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.