The role of Housekeeping Assistant is to provide a high standard of housekeeping ensuring
excellent levels of cleanliness are consistent throughout the site and that infection control
procedures are met across site. 

As part of the site services team, you will be expected to liaise with managers and staff
across the Trust. You will be expected to work closely with the other members of the
facilities team and assist in covering in the laundry, in the deep clean team or other works as and when required.

• To carry out a cleaning service in allocated buildings, rooms and areas ensuring that daily tasks are completed according to the standard operating procedures in relation to the cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• To follow infection control procedures whenever carrying out duties and ensure
  procedures are followed should there be an infection control outbreak.
• To liaise with the Senior Housekeeper and House Staff on a daily basis carrying out
  special requests in relation to Housekeeping.
• To ensure safe storage of cleaning materials and equipment and sufficient stock is
  maintained and informing the Housekeeping Lead of stock requiring ordering.
• To assist in the cleaning of communal areas on a daily basis and cleaning of carpets,
  curtains and high dusting on a rotating schedule.
• To ensure that any repairs required to fixtures and fittings are reported to the
  designated Facilities Helpdesk as soon as possible and any issues are reported to the
  Housekeeping Lead.

For the full job description, including the keys areas of responsibilities and accountabilities, please click the 'apply now' button.

We welcome applications from all applicants regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements.

• Physically fit for moving, lifting and cleaning.
• Friendly and caring.
• Understanding of children’s needs.
• Able to take responsibility for your own work.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Able to communicate effectively with line manager and all staff.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Highly motivated and reliable.
• Able to cope working in a demanding environment.

For the full person specification, please click the 'apply now' button.

Successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check with Children’s Barred List.

Disclaimer: We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.