Housekeeping Assistant
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Job Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in peoples lives Do you take pride in creating clean welcoming environments If so wed love to hear from you!
Job Details:
- Location: St Peter & St James Hospice BN8 4ED
- Contract Type: Full-time permanent
- Weekly working hours: 37.5 hours (Monday Friday with occasional weekends)
- Shift times:Working hours can be flexible between 9.00am - 5:00pm and10.30am - 6:30pm
- Salary: 23900 - 24200 (Full-time equivalent)
- Closing date: We will be shortlisting and interviewing as applications are received so early applications are encouraged.
Driving is not essential for this role; however due to our rural location and lack of direct public transport links candidates must have reliable access to suitable transport to attend work as required.
At St Peter & St James Hospice we believe in providing exceptional care and support to those affected by life-limiting illnesses. As Housekeeping Assistant youll play a vital role in maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene across our hospice ensuring a safe and comforting space for patients families and staff.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Cleaning patient rooms bathrooms communal areas and offices to a high standard.
- Using a variety of cleaning methods and equipment safely and effectively.
- Ensuring waste is disposed of correctly and infection control procedures are followed.
- Maintaining patient dignity and privacy at all times.
- Supporting the wider team in creating a warm respectful and inclusive environment.
What Were Looking For:
- Experience in housekeeping or cleaning roles.
- Good literacy numeracy and understanding of health and safety.
- A flexible can-do attitude and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Organised and able to work to deadlines.
- A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.
Why Join Us
- Make a real difference in the lives of patients and their loved ones.
- Be part of a warm supportive and inclusive team that lives its values.
- Be part of a respected local organisation that values its people.
If youre ready to bring your skills and heart to a role that truly matters wed love to welcome you to our team.
Find the full job description for this role at the bottom of the page.
If you have any questions or require any additional support or adjustments please dont hesitate to contact us at
The Organisation
St Peter & St James Hospice is a leading provider of specialist palliative and end of life care for our Mid-Sussex community. People affected by life-limiting illness are central to everything we do and it is our mission to ensure they receive the best possible care in the right place at the right time. Our services are free of charge and can be accessed at home in a care setting or at the Hospice in North Chailey.
We achieve our goals through the organisations talented people by attracting retaining and developing a highly skilled diverse and engaged workforce. Over 150 employees and 400 volunteers work in a variety of roles across our Clinical Services Retail and Support Functions.
If youre looking to put your skills to use in an organisation that makes a difference for its local community and values Compassion Integrity Accountability Excellence and Inclusivity then click Apply Now!
The Benefits
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The Values
- Innovation
We are creative and fearless in our work.
- Accountability
We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
- Teamwork
We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.
27 days holiday
Company sick pay scheme
Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
Monthly occupational health clinics
Leadership development programme
20% discount in our charity shops
Our people
- Vrishali Pawar
- People Services Assistant
If you have the appetite to develop your skills you are encouraged and empowered to learn and grow within the organisation.
- Jon Anderson
- Community Clinical Nurse Specialist
Being a part of someones end of life care and supporting their loved ones through their grieving process is a real privilege.
- Victoria Webber &
Wendy Agate - Relationship Fundraisers
Every pound raised for our hospice brings comfort and dignity to those facing lifes most challenging moments making every effort deeply meaningful.
- Andrea Sutton
- Data & Admin Team Officer
Helping to change peoples perception of specialist palliative and end of life care by sharing how we support patients and their loved ones is a privilege.
- Gavin Carby & James Dickens
- Facilities Manager & Maintenance Technician
We love that we get discounts in our shops and can benefit from the Blue Light Card like NHS workers do.
- Maddie Lewis
- Retail Manager
Its great to know that each day is an opportunity to make a difference for our local community.
Our people are our strength. We value diversity and inclusion so encourage applications from everyone regardless of race national origin sex gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion disability or age.
Please ensure you have your own means of transport as the hospice is not accessible by bus and is located on a main road without public footpath. Our precise location can be found here: you have any questions about this vacancy or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process please contact us on .
Please note we may shortlist and interview candidates as applications are received. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory results from pre-employment checks (right to work references Occupational Health and DBS if applicable).
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