Housekeeper in Sheffield inSheffield PUBLISHED MON 4 NOV 2024 Jump to job information section

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St Luke’s Hospice rgLWG7ag

Job description

Do you have a real passion for housekeeping and a fine eye for detail? If so, we would like to hear from you. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Housekeeper who shares our values to join our Housekeeping team. You will ensure that policies and procedures are rigorously adhered to including Health and Safety, COSHH and Control of Infection. You will also perform laundry duties ensuring all bed linen, curtains, screen curtains and if needed patients own personal laundry is washed, dried and ironed. Your role as a Housekeeper will involve use of mechanical equipment after thorough training such as vacuum cleaners, steamer cleaners and rotowash, ensuring that you clean and store equipment and materials correctly after use. Previous Housekeeping experience in high quality establishments is essential and you should have previous customer service experience and have knowledge of cleaning practices. Confidentiality and the ability to work to high quality standards are essential. You should also have good communication skills, a flexible attitude and be able to work as part of a team.

To provide a high quality housekeeping and laundry service within St Lukes Hospice. Responsible for performing daily, weekly and periodic cleaning tasks as specified on work schedules. Removing rubbish, i.e. emptying bins, removal of clinical waste, bagging up rubbish in correct colour coded bag and taking to allocated collection points. Ensure that Policies and Procedures are rigorously adhered to including Health and Safety, COSHH and Control of Infection.

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1.0 Key Cleaning Responsibilities 1.1 Responsible for performing daily, weekly and periodic cleaning tasks as specified on work schedules. 1.2 Removing rubbish, i.e. emptying bins, removal of clinical waste, bagging up rubbish in correct colour coded bag and taking to allocated collection points. 1.3 Ensure that Policies and Procedures are rigorously adhered to including Health and Safety, COSHH and Control of Infection. 1.4 Cleaning of all beds and making of beds on discharge of a patient or when a patient is having a bath/shower or therapy. 2.0 Equipment 2.1 Using mechanical equipment after thorough training, i.e. vacuum cleaner, rotary machines, high pressure steamer and rotowash. 2.2 Ensure you are fully competent in using all equipment available in housekeeping to maintain the standard required. 2.3 Clean and store equipment and materials correctly after use. 2.4 Report all breakages or faulty equipment to maintenance Housekeeping Coordinator. 3.0 Key Laundry Responsibilities 3.1 Laundry duties ensuring all bed linen, curtains, screen curtains and if needed patients own personal laundry washed, dried and ironed. 3.2 Ensure all patients clothing is taken to the patients room/bed space. 3.3 Ensure linen is taken and stored in the In Patient Centre Linen room. 3.4 Ensure that all equipment is cleaned and sanitised at end of shift.

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To work as a housekeeper in the UK, you should possess a variety of skills and qualities that will help you perform your duties effectively. Here are some essential skills and attributes needed for the role:

1. Attention to Detail: Being thorough in cleaning and organizing is crucial, as even small oversights can affect the quality of work.

2. Time Management: Housekeepers often have multiple tasks to complete in a limited time, so effective organization and prioritization are important.

3. Physical Stamina: The job can be physically demanding, requiring lifting, bending, and being on your feet for extended periods.

4. Cleaning Skills: Knowledge of cleaning techniques, products, and equipment is vital. This includes understanding how to clean different surfaces and materials effectively.

5. Organizational Skills: Housekeepers need to maintain order and cleanliness in various spaces, so being organized helps in planning and executing tasks efficiently.

6. Communication Skills: Good communication is important for understanding client needs, reporting issues, and possibly working with other staff.

7. Discretion and Trustworthiness: Housekeepers often work in private homes or sensitive environments, making it essential to respect privacy and maintain confidentiality.

8. Basic Food Safety: If involved with kitchen cleaning or meal preparation, basic knowledge of food hygiene standards is beneficial.

9. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to troubleshoot and find solutions to issues that may arise during the cleaning process.

10. Flexibility: Being adaptable to varying schedules and undertaking different tasks as needed is often required.

11. Customer Service Orientation: Providing a pleasant environment and ensuring client satisfaction is key, especially in roles that involve direct interaction with homeowners or guests.

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