Description
Spire Harpenden Hospital is looking for a dedicated and reliable Housekeeper or Cleaner to join our Housekeeping Team on a bank basis.
As a Housekeeper, you'll play a vital role in supporting patient care by ensuring our hospital environment remains clean, comfortable, and welcoming for patients, visitors, and colleagues.
Responsibilities:
- Complete daily cleaning schedules to maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the hospital.
- Prepare rooms and areas to the required layout and presentation standards.
- Clean and maintain patient bedrooms, offices, public areas, toilets, and clinical support departments.
- Work closely with clinical and non-clinical teams to support the needs of the hospital.
- Follow all infection prevention, health and safety, and COSHH procedures.
- Ensure cleaning equipment and materials are used safely and appropriately.
- Report maintenance, safety, or housekeeping concerns where required.
- Support the wider housekeeping team to deliver an exceptional environment for patients and visitors.
Requirements:
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to work using initiative and manage tasks effectively.
- Flexible approach to working patterns and shift requirements.
Working Hours:
- Flexible Bank Contract (0 hours)
- Ideally available to work up to 2 days per week
- Department operating hours: 8:00am – 10:00pm
- Shifts are typically 7.5 hours and may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends
Benefits:
- Bank colleagues are paid weekly
- Competitive rates
- Free onsite car park
- Access to Spire Healthcare pension
- Access to Blue Light Card discounts
- Free uniform
- Free DBS
- Full induction, including mandatory training updates
- Opportunities for further training and progression into permanent posts