Housekeeping Assistant

Sanctuary Group ,
Chester, Cheshire
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Apply now Title: Housekeeping Assistant Location: Chester, North West, GB, CH2 1FD Department: Care (Domestic and Housekeeping Staff) Operation: Sanctuary Care Requisition Number: 76622 At Sanctuary Care, we believe in providing high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect. It goes without saying that kindness is what care is all about, so first and foremost, we carefully choose our staff for their kind and compassionate nature. We aim to care, nurture and enrich the lives of all in our 'family' at Sanctuary Care, whether that's our staff, residents or family members. Housekeeping Assistant Upton Dene Residential and Nursing Home, Caldecott Close, Chester, Cheshire 8.72 per hour 16 hours per week, working pattern will include some weekends Why work for us? We spend so much time at work don't we, so our ethos at Sanctuary Care is to enrich the lives of both our residents and staff. Let's have some fun while we're at work, support each other and work hard as a team. There's loads of training and promotion opportunities available for those who want to pursue it and every day job satisfaction at Upton Dene for all regardless of role. Sanctuary Care has over 100 care homes and you can 'feel' the difference a team makes the moment you step through one of our doors. The team at Upton Dene is special and we're looking for special people to join us. Become a part of it and apply for this role. Where you'll work Our residents, in particular, those in residential care find our community get-togethers extremely sociable. They love to dress up for a special afternoon of fizz with friends, who come to see them from across Cheshire. There is so much to do at the home week in week out, creating an environment that is not only safe but enriching and stimulating. We have even taken our residents to celebrate World Penguin Day at Chester Zoo! In the busy social calendar, we also find time to host large family events, including festive bazaars, with choir performances, mince pies and mulled wine. As well as our virtual summer cruise, where we bring the flavours, cultures and traditions of destinations across the globe into the heart of Upton Dene. Click here for further information about the home Are you our next Housekeeping Assistant? Here's more about the role: * You will work with a team, all who want to make our residents comfortable in their home. * As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a high quality housekeeping service, whilst showing care and commitment to having a positive impact on our residents' lives * First and foremost - we work together as a team to enrich our residents' lives - let's support our colleagues too and have fun in the process What skills do I need? Team work! A happy team, makes for happy residents and a happy home. Experience is not essential, as we will help you with all the training and support you'll need to do the job, what is important is that you are caring, enthusiastic and have energy to share. Being able to communicate well is essential along with a flexible approach. You will also be kind and have a real genuine like for older people and their needs, ensuring we treat everyone with the respect and dignity they deserve. Benefits and rewards We know you work so hard and being the best Housekeeping Assistant you can be needs to be rewarded. We are very proud to offer the following: * Criminal Records Checks are funded by Sanctuary Care. * Discounts on shopping, holidays, cinema, dining, days out and much more via 'My Rewards' * Access to a free 24/7 support service providing support including legal, financial, emotional and medical advice * Contributory pension from Sanctuary Care * Refer a friend scheme with payment of up to 750 available * Excellent training and development opportunities * Occupational sick pay after qualifying period * Overtime enhancement * CQC performance bonus * Life assurance * 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) We hope you feel you could be our next team member. If you'd like to know more about the role before you apply, please call us for a chat on 01244 569825 and quote Ref: 76622 Closing date: 10 July 2020 We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don't miss out, please apply early. Building Equality and Diversity We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for. Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity. Job Segment: Housekeeping, Medical, Nursing Home, Healthcare Apply now

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