Relief Housekeeping Assistant

As a Relief Housekeeper, you'll step in when needed to help maintain a clean, comfortable and welcoming environment for residents. Whether you're supporting cleaning schedules, helping with laundry or ensuring communal areas look their best, your work will make a visible difference every day.

What you will do

* Clean resident rooms, bathrooms and communal areas
* Follow infection prevention and health and safety procedures
* Support laundry duties and linen management
* Replenish supplies and maintain cleaning equipment
* Identify and report maintenance issues
* Help maintain a safe and pleasant environment throughout the service
* Work collaboratively with colleagues across the home

About you

You will be organised, reliable and have a strong attention to detail. You'll enjoy practical work and take pride in achieving high standards. Previous housekeeping, cleaning or hospitality experience is welcome but not essential. Most importantly, you'll understand that your work helps create a positive environment where residents can feel comfortable and supported.

Why work with us?

At CrossReach, every role contributes to the quality of life of the people we support. You'll enjoy the flexibility of relief work while being part of a friendly and supportive team.

If you enjoy creating clean, welcoming spaces and want flexible work that makes a difference, apply now and join CrossReach.

As a Christian organisation, you will need to have a respect for all aspects of Christian worship.

You will also need to become amember of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and undertake the necessary vetting checks.You will also be required to adhere to the SSSC Code of practice.

We have a legal obligation to ensure that we do not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is without exception granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category.

We are committed to ensuring that we attract, retain, and develop the very best people to build a diverse and talented team and we recognise that every individual’s unique background, experience and ability contributes to our success. We aim to create an inclusive and inspiring environment where individuals feel valued and respected and where people can belong, thrive and be their very best, whoever they are.
If you have any queries regarding this role or our recruitment process, please contact the Recruitment team on recruitment.team@crossreach.org.uk

Please note: We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES

* Application Process: Please apply for this post by completing the application process on Jobtrain. You can find out more about our recruitment process CrossReach Recruitment Process
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