Housekeeping Assistant

We will look to you to maintain our high standards of cleanliness in all areas of the hospice, contributing towards safety for our, patients staff and visitors

The main purpose of the role is to maintain high standards of cleanliness within the hospice environment, undertaking cleaning duties as directed. To also undertake laundry and aftercare of laundry to a high standard.

for delivering the specified standards of cleanliness in all clinical/

non-clinical areas as directed

for the day-to-day cleaning of the building and equipment according to the

agreed schedule/ standards.

be responsible for ensuring that all cleaning materials are correctly stored

and used in accordance with C.O.S.H.H regulations.

undertake all laundry work washing, drying, ironing and pressing and sorting

of all laundry as requested.

adhere to strict infection control procedures and adhere to laundry guidelines,

making certain that protective clothing and disposable gloves are worn at all

times when dealing with soiled and used laundry.

for reporting immediately any faults, defects or dangerous practices which may

constitute a hazard to health and safety.

all work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner.

mandatory training courses as required.

seek to maintain and improve own level of skills and undertake learning and

development as appropriate.

duties as may be required and which are commensurate with the post and grade.

East Cheshire Hospice has been caring for people living with life-limiting illnesses since 1988.

We put our patients, their carers or families at the centre of everything we do, and our expert medical treatment is only the start of the holistic care we provide.

Our Hospice is a warm and welcoming place for everyone, no matter their background or beliefs. We provide compassionate care in a peaceful, supportive environment, where every individual is treated with dignity, kindness and respect.

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