Housekeeper

Priory Group; Whitby; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain a clean and welcoming environment for residents at the Whitby Scheme. This full-time position requires resilience and empathy, contributing positively to the wellbeing of individuals with mental health needs. You will be part of a team ensuring a safe and comfortable setting while complying with operational standards. The role does not involve direct care but is crucial for the overall operation of the service. Competitive compensation and supportive workplace culture are offered.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Resilience to support others through various challenges.
• Ability to maintain a clean and tidy environment.
• Empathy to contribute positively to residents' experiences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and maintain a clean and tidy environment throughout the home.
• Ensure compliance with operational standards and statutory regulations.
• Work efficiently as part of a dedicated team.

Skills

Good standard of English

Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Job description

Housekeeper

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Whitby Scheme

Compensation: £13.20 / hour

Description

The Whitby Scheme is looking to recruit a housekeeper to join the team. This is a full time position of 40 hours per week.

The Whitby Scheme is located across two sites in Whitby, a seaside town on the east coast of North Yorkshire. Our service offers residential support for 35 individuals with a range of mental health needs.

Across our facilities we are able to accommodate individuals who require male or female only settings. The service is also able to support individuals with secondary needs, including people who have a learning disability or are on the autism spectrum.

What you'll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service and to support the wellbeing of our residents.

While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Delivers and maintains a clean and tidy environment throughout the home, in line with operational standards and ensures that work processes comply with statutory regulations.
• Ensures that Priory minimum standards are delivered in all home areas in a timely and efficient manner, as part of a team.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The role holder will have a good standard of English along with basic numeracy and literacy skills.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.