Housekeeper

As a Housekeeper, you'll be part of a compassionate team dedicated to providing the best care for our patients and their families. We pride ourselves on our values of care, compassion, respect, and teamwork. If youre looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in a supportive and inclusive environment, this is the place for you. Main duties and responsibilities include: Ensuring all areas of the hospice are clean and hygienic, including patient rooms, clinical spaces, and public areas. Carrying out deep cleans following patient discharge and maintaining hygiene standards throughout. Restocking supplies like hand towels, soap, and toilet rolls. Supporting your colleagues with tasks like bed-making, curtain washing, and floor care. Following all safety guidelines and contributing to a safe, welcoming environment for patients and visitors. Engaging respectfully with patients and visitors, offering support when needed.

Ashgate Hospice offers free, specialist, compassionate care for adults living with life-limiting or incurable illnesses, including cancer, neurological diseases, and advanced heart, kidney and lung conditions. Based in North Derbyshire, we support people and those important to them through a range of free and fee-paying services. Each year, we support over 2,640 people, helping them to manage symptoms, stay informed about their care, and maintain the best possible quality of life from diagnosis onwards. We also provide vital support to those important to them, including practical and emotional support, as well as bereavement care when someone has died.

Are you an experienced housekeeper looking for a rewarding role where your skills make a real difference? We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our hospice housekeeping team, to play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more details about the role. If youd like to learn more, feel free to contact Donna Searson at 01246 568801 or email Donna.Searson@ashgatehospice.org.uk . Youre also welcome to arrange a visit to the hospice to see what its like to work with us. Applications must be submitted via the Apply Now button on our website. We cannot accept applications sent directly to People Services or the recruiting manager. If you're successful, a DBS check will be part of the pre-employment process, with further details available in the candidate notes. As a healthcare provider, we prioritise safety, so we encourage and recommend all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and have the flu jab, unless exempt. If you need assistance during the recruitment process, our People Services team is available at peopleservices@ashgatehospice.org.uk or 01246 568 801. We are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. We offer reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities, neurodiverse conditions, or health needs. As part of our Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion goals, we guarantee to shortlist disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role. To support your success, well share interview questions with all will be shortlisted candidates in advance. Additional resources, like the Health Adjustment Passport and Access to Work scheme, are available to support adjustments or needs. For further guidance, you can also reach out to the Disability Employment Service or Reed in Partnership, Chesterfield Office. Our HR team is happy to help with any questions about adjustments or accessibility.