Housekeeper

Job summary

We’re looking for a dedicated and reliable Housekeeper to join our team at Practice Plus Group, helping us maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our patients, staff, and visitors.

This is a part‑time position working 27.5 hours per week, with 20 hours from Monday to Friday (flexible days and times, including day and evening shifts) and 7.5 hours every Saturday (1:30 pm – 9:30 pm).

You’ll play a vital role in supporting our hospital operations, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness across both clinical and non‑clinical areas. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a supportive team, and is motivated by making a difference in peoples day‑to‑day experiences.

Main duties

• Maintain a high standard of cleaning in patient areas, offices, corridors, and public spaces.
• Perform cleaning tasks such as mopping, vacuuming, polishing, and wiping surfaces to the required standards.
• Clean toilet and washroom facilities; restock supplies as needed.
• Operate cleaning machinery (buffers, carpet cleaners) safely and effectively; full training will be provided.
• Ensure patient and public safety by using appropriate signage when cleaning.
• Dispose of clinical and domestic waste correctly, following infection prevention and control policies.
• Report any repairs, faults, or safety concerns promptly to your team lead.
• Maintain accurate cleaning records and ensure all duties are completed to specification.

Qualifications and experience

Essential:

• A positive attitude, reliability, and pride in doing a great job.
• An understanding of the importance of cleanliness and infection control in a healthcare setting (training provided).
• The ability to work flexibly across days and evenings, including Saturday shifts.
• A friendly, professional manner when interacting with patients, staff, and visitors.
• A commitment to working safely and following company policies and health & safety procedures.

Desirable:

• Experience in housekeeping or cleaning, particularly in a hospital or healthcare environment.
• Previous experience with commercial cleaning equipment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.

Salary and benefits

Full‑time equivalent salary of £24,666.64 per year.

Work 27.5 hours per week: 20 hours Monday‑Friday and 7.5 hours Saturday (1:30 pm – 9:30 pm).

• Extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits.
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays based on full‑time hours.
• Support for professional development.

How to apply

To apply, click the link or register online. If you have any questions, contact sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com.

Applications will be processed as received, and the company reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date.

Contact and Company details

Practice Plus Group
Old Wells Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4LP
https://practiceplusgroup.com/our-jobs/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Legal and Equality

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities.