At a Glance
- Tasks: Help maintain a clean and welcoming environment for residents at Maurice House.
- Company: Join the Royal British Legion, a leading Armed Forces charity.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, employee assistance programme, pension scheme, and free DBS check.
- Other info: Must be 18+, live within commuting distance, and have the right to work in the UK.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of veterans while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Experience in a care home or similar setting, with a friendly attitude.
The predicted salary is between 10 - 12 £ per hour.
We are seeking a Casual Housekeeping Assistant to join our dedicated team at Maurice House in Broadstairs, Kent. You’ll help maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment by carrying out a range of housekeeping tasks to the highest standards. You’ll be supporting residents’ wellbeing through social interaction and exceptional service. This position offers flexible hours to suit both your availability and the needs of the care home.
Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas at this time. As this role is based at our care home, applicants must live within a reasonable commuting distance.
Key responsibilities of the role:- Undertake a variety of housekeeping tasks as part of daily duties, assisting residents to keep bedrooms tidy, using supplies and equipment according to health and safety standards.
- Provide excellent care and develop good relations with our residents to enhance their overall experience.
- Ensure all areas remain safe, comfortable, accessible and safe for our residents.
- Ensure manual handling equipment and associated devices are routinely checked and cleaned for functional and safe use (reporting any damage if required).
- Uphold strict hygiene practices with infection prevention control methods.
You’ll be a motivated and compassionate individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys making others feel cared for. With experience working in a care home or similar setting and a friendly, can-do attitude, we’d love to hear from you. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
Employee benefits include:
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Pension scheme subject to eligibility
- Statutory holiday allowance
- Uniform will be provided (where applicable)
- Free DBS check
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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Casual Housekeeping Assistant in Broadstairs, Kent employer: Royal British Legion
At Maurice House in Broadstairs, Kent, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. Our flexible hours cater to your availability, allowing you to balance work with personal commitments while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer benefits such as an Employee Assistance Programme and a commitment to professional growth within the Royal British Legion, ensuring that you feel valued and empowered in your role.
