Head Housekeeper
A little bit about us
In the welcoming town of Dumbarton, Alderwood Care Home is known for its community spirit and dedication to delivering exceptional specialist care tailored to each resident’s unique needs. As part of Meallmore, Scotland's most trusted care provider, we are committed to creating a positive, safe, and comfortable environment. Join a team that genuinely cares about making a difference in every resident’s day.
Salary
£13.63 per hour
Hours
37.5 hours per week
Are you ready for an exciting and rewarding leadership role? If you are motivated, compassionate and hardworking we would love to hear from you.
As head of our housekeeping team, you are fundamental to the smooth running of the home for our residents. You will lead, manage and be accountable for the housekeeping and laundry team to achieve and maintain Meallmore’s standards and compliance with infection control and health & safety procedures. Above all, making our residents feel at home and an environment where they love to live.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the Home Manager, you will ensure that you lead and inspire your team, promoting high standards of cleanliness and infection control whilst adhering to company policies, Health & Safety and COSHH guidelines.
- Adhere to health & safety protocols to ensure the safety of residents, visitors, and colleagues.
- Maintain accurate records and audits to ensure set cleaning schedules are completed and followed.
- Responsible for ordering and stock management in accordance with budgets.
- Responsible for the housekeeping and laundry teams rotas ensuring they are relevant to the needs of the home.
- Manage training requirements and encourage development opportunities within the team.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to the housekeeping team and participate in meetings / supervisions.
What we are looking for
- You will have previous experience as a Head Housekeeper or have the skills to take the next step in your career - we will provide the knowledge required if you have the relevant experience and share our core values.
- Your previous experience will come with knowledge of cleaning schedules, COSHH, infection control and health & safety requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail, good communication skills and organisation.
- Proactive, ambitious and self-motivated with the ability to lead and inspire the team.
- A kind and caring nature to enjoy the time spent interacting with our residents each day.
Competitive benefitssome of which are:
- Company sick pay & free parking
- Subsidised colleague meals & Blue Light Card eligibility
- Overtime rates & Wagestream (access to earned wages before payday)
Please note that all job offers are subject to satisfactory references and Disclosure Scotland Scheme Membership (PVG).
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Housekeeping Supervisor in Dumbarton employer: Meallmore
Meallmore is an excellent employer that prioritises the well-being and growth of its employees, offering a supportive work culture in the heart of Fraserburgh. With flexible hours, competitive pay, and a range of benefits including sick pay and subsidised meals, we empower our Care Assistants to thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents. Join us to be part of a team that values compassion, independence, and personal development.
