Housekeeper

NHS
Full Time
Caerphilly
25058.00 a year
Posted 4 days ago

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Job Description

Job summary

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Cefn Carnau as a Housekeeper. You will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area. Working closely with the maintenance team youll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services. Youll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. Theres also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Housekeeper you will be: Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by

Main duties of the job

Join Elysium Healthcare at Cefn Carnau as a Housekeeper, ensuring a clean, secure environment for vulnerable individuals. Responsible for cleaning various areas, including wards and visitor zones, you'll collaborate with the maintenance team to maintain high cleaning standards. Initial training and diverse career development opportunities will be provided. The role involves upholding hospital security policies, engaging positively with colleagues and visitors, and creating a supportive culture, while attending necessary annual training. Essential qualifications include prior cleaning experience in similar settings, effective communication, meticulousness, and problem-solving skills.

About us

Elysium Healthcare, part of Ramsay Health Care, employs over 8,000 staff in 80 services across England and Wales, offering specialized care in mental health, learning disabilities, neurology, and more. The organization promotes career growth and offers numerous training opportunities. Globally, Ramsay operates in 10 countries with a workforce exceeding 86,000. Elysium is a Disability Confident employer that follows secure recruitment practices, ensuring staff responsibility for service user welfare. All roles require a DBS disclosure, affirming commitment to safeguarding and inclusive recruitment practices.

Job responsibilities

If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at Cefn Carnau as a Housekeeper.

You will be an integral part of the housekeeping team at a service where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area.

Working closely with the maintenance team you'll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services.

You'll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There's also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

As a Housekeeper you will be:

Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital.
An active member of the team with a range of responsibility over the day-to-day operation.
Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and ability to meet and greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with all staff, visitors and service users.
Helping create a positive culture.
Undertaking any other tasks requested that are appropriate for the post.
Attending mandatory and statutory training on an annual basis as required by Elysium Healthcare.

To be successful in this role, you will:

Have previous experience of cleaning within a similar environment
Enjoy cleaning and get satisfaction from a job well done
Prioritise duties and responsibilities effectively
Be a good communicator
Have good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.

Where you will be working:

Location: Cefn Carnau Lane, Caerphilly, South Wales, CF83 1LX

You will be working at Cefn Carnau; a low secure/rehabilitation service for adults with a primary diagnosis of a learning disability who may also present with mental illness, personality disorders and an autistic spectrum condition.

The programmes provided at the service, include a sex offender treatment programme, anger management, trauma therapy, art psychotherapy together with bespoke psychological sessions aimed at people with learning disabilities.

What You'll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

Annual base salary of £25,058
The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) - plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
Stream - instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
Pension contribution, to help secure your future
Free meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Previous experience of cleaning within a similar environment, attention to detail, good communication skills, ability to prioritize duties.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.