Housekeeper
The Generalate, Yeadon, Leeds
Hours: 10am-12pm, working 3 days per week, Mon, Wed, Fri
Pay: £13.58 per hour
Interview Date: 3rd September
Do you take pride in creating clean, comfortable and welcoming spaces where people feel cared for, and respected in their home?
We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and respectful Housekeeper to join our friendly team. You’ll help maintain the cleanliness of the Convent, provide a high-quality laundry service, and support the wellbeing, privacy and dignity of the Sisters through the standards you set each day.
In accepting this post of Housekeeper you must be aware of your working environment. This is a Religious Community of Sisters of Mercy who sit on the Board of Trustees for the Institute of Our Lady of Mercy. The post requires respect for the religious ethos and practices of the Community.
What You'll Be Doing
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the Convent, including bedrooms, bathrooms, communal areas and offices.
- Provide a quality laundry service, including washing, drying, ironing and caring for delicate items.
- Help ensure the Convent is safe, tidy and welcoming for Sisters, visitors and staff.
- Help to coordinate the organisation of meetings and events hosted by the Trustees to include putting food into the oven to warm and stacking/emptying dishwasher.
- Follow infection prevention, health and safety, COSHH and cleaning procedures.
- Report maintenance issues, hazards or concerns promptly.
- Manage cleaning supplies and support stock control.
- Respect the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the Sisters at all times.
- Work flexibly as part of the wider team to meet the needs of the Community.
About You
You'll be someone who:
- Has experience in housekeeping, cleaning or laundry services.
- Takes pride in delivering high standards of cleanliness and presentation.
- Is hardworking, dependable, well organised and able to work independently.
- Understands the importance of infection prevention and safe working practices.
- Is respectful, discreet and comfortable working within a convent and Religious Community.
- Understands the importance of privacy, dignity and kindness when working in someone’s home.
- Has a positive, practical attitude and is willing to be flexible to support the day-to-day needs of the Convent.
Why Join Us?
You’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive community where your work is genuinely appreciated and where reliability, kindness and high standards make a real difference every day.
We offer:
- 30 days annual leave (pro rata, increasing to 35 with service milestones)
- Uniform provided
- Subsidised meals during shifts
- Free on-site parking
- Stunning surroundings and a homely working environment
- Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support and counselling
- Access to over 6,000 discounts on travel, shopping, leisure, and more
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- The chance to work for a values-led, non-profit organisation where people always come first
If you’re looking for a rewarding housekeeping role where care, dignity, hard work and attention to detail are valued, we’d love to hear from you.
We warmly welcome applicants regardless of faith, background or belief who are supportive of our values. Please visit www.ourladyofmercy.org.uk to find out more about us.
Pay: £13.58 per hour
Benefits:
- Bereavement leave
- Company pension
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Transport links
Work Location: In person
