Job Description: Housekeeper
Pay: £12.74per hour
Location: Mill Lodge Hospital, Mill Ln, Derby DE74 2EJ
Shifts: 25.00 hours per week (9am-2pm on a rota basis to cover over 7 days including weekends and public holidays)
Housekeeper
Rushcliffe Care Group is a leading provider of high-quality nursing and specialist care services. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care to our service users, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being. We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Housekeeper to join our team, playing a vital role in maintaining a clean and safe environment for our residents and staff.
What We Offer
We provide a structured induction and ongoing support to ensure you are confident and effective in your role.
You will have access to training and opportunities to develop within a well-established organisation.
You will be part of a team where your contribution has a direct impact on service user experience.
Join Rushcliffe Care Group and help us provide exceptional care and support to our residents. With over 35 years of experience, we are committed to delivering high-quality care to some of the most vulnerable members of our community, creating a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for all.
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.
The Role
Duties
- Cleaning and maintaining designated areas, including bedrooms, communal areas, bathrooms, and kitchen spaces, to a high standard.
- Following daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules to ensure all areas are thoroughly cleaned and well-maintained.
- Adhering to infection control policies, ensuring all cleaning products are used safely and in line with COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations.
- Reporting any hazards, damages, or maintenance needs to the Person in Charge.
- Assisting with the laundering of service users' clothing and bedding as required.
- Maintaining a friendly and professional relationship with residents, respecting their privacy and dignity at all times.
- Working as part of the wider care team, helping to create a comfortable, welcoming, and safe environment for all residents and staff.
About You
- A strong work ethic and the ability to carry out tasks efficiently and to a high standard.
- A positive attitude towards health, safety, and hygiene, with a willingness to follow all necessary guidelines and regulations.
- The ability to work as part of a team, with good communication skills and a friendly, approachable manner.
- Experience in a similar domestic or cleaning role is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
- A commitment to maintaining the confidentiality and privacy of our residents and staff.
- Flexibility and reliability, with a good track record of punctuality and attendance.
If you are a hard-working, detail-oriented individual who takes pride in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment, we would love to hear from you.
Join the Rushcliffe Care Group and play an important role in providing exceptional care to our service users.
About The Service
Mill Lodge Hospital is a 32-bed hospital providing specialist mental health care services on behalf of the NHS. Our patients range from 18 years through to older age people.
We support all patients with a range of conditions including:
- depression
- mental illnesses such as schizophrenia
- personality disorder
- learning disability
- addictions
We use a 'recovery' approach to tailor care to each individual to help them achieve their maximum potential.
We value all contribution and support that family and carers provide. We feel it is essential, with a patient's agreement, to include carers throughout the recovery pathway, for example when planning care and conducting risk assessments.
What Our Values Mean In Practice
At Rushcliffe Care Group, our values guide everything we do. Through Reputable Care, we support the delivery of safe, high-quality housekeeping services by maintaining excellent hygiene standards and following procedures at all times. We show Respect and Compassion by creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports the wellbeing of our service users. Robust Communication helps us work effectively with housekeeping and care teams, ensuring information is shared clearly and accurately. Our Real Commitment is demonstrated through reliability, consistency, and teamwork, helping to maintain high standards and contribute to a safe, comfortable, and positive environment for everyone in our care.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Rushcliffe Care Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and the needs of the service. Some roles may have specific requirements, such as physical ability or effective communication in English, due to the nature of the care we provide. These requirements are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of our service users and are applied fairly and proportionately. To support our commitment to equal opportunities, we may collect diversity data as part of the application process. This information is used for monitoring purposes only, is anonymised where appropriate, and does not form part of the selection process.
If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.
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