Company Overview
At the Kings Lodge Centre for Complex Needs, we specialise in providing exceptional care for patients with long-term neurological conditions that require a more tailored approach than what is available in hospitals or general nursing homes. Our commitment to maximising recovery and maintaining health and wellbeing is at the heart of our person-centred care.
Summary
We are seeking a Domestic/Laundry Assistant to join our dedicated team at Kings Lodge Centre for Complex Needs. This role is vital in ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our patients, contributing significantly to their overall comfort and wellbeing.
Responsibilities
- · Ensure that the cleanliness and hygiene of the Home is maintained to a high standard.
- Ensure compliance with best Health & Safety practices including management of COSHH documentation.
- · Ensure the appropriate documentation is maintained in relation to housekeeping by the use of agreed cleaning schedules
- Carry out all cleaning duties as directed by the Head Housekeeper to the required company standards.
- Ensure that daily and deep cleaning schedules are adhered to.
- Maintain a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene.
- Ensure that all cleaning equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe and clean condition.
- Report any defect to the Head Housekeeper or Maintenance Assistant.
- To be sensitive to the privacy and individual needs of the residents.
- To ensure all necessary documentation is completed daily.
- To ensure trolleys are restocked at the end of the shift and cleaning cupboards are left clean and tidy.
- Cover for laundry staff and work within the safety parameters required in the laundry
- Process laundry and sort it into relevant groups for washing, drying, and ironing.
- Ensure linen is stored correctly in clean and dirty piles.
- Return the washing to the linen cupboard and the kitchen.
- Perform minor repairs to Service Users’ clothing.
- Carry out any other reasonable instructions of the General Manager.
- Ensure the laundry room is clean and tidy.
- Report immediately to the General Manager or Person in Charge any illness of an infectious nature or accident.
- Understand and ensure the implementation of the Care Centres Health & Safety policy, and Emergency Fire procedures.
- Report to the Maintenance Assistant or Person in Charge any faulty appliances, damaged furniture., equipment or any potential hazard.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a domestic or cleaning role preferred but not essential.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to high cleanliness standards.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with staff and residents
- If you are passionate about creating a positive environment for those in need, we invite you to apply today and make a difference at Kings Lodge Centre for Complex Needs!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
