PJ Care has been rated as the "Best Care Home to Work for in the UK" in the annual ‘Best Companies’ awards, which have also ranked us in the top five best health and social care providers to work for. Our residents are at the heart of everything we do and we strive to nurture dignity, independence and holistic wellbeing through the specialist care models, therapies and activities we provide.
JOB TITLE Housekeeper/Laundry Assistant
RESPONSIBLE TO Head of Housekeeping
LOCATION Milton Keynes
TERMS 12 hours per week (Must be flexible and be able to commit to shift patterns ranging from 7pm-7am between Monday-Sunday)
RATE £10.90 per hour
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Meeting resident’s personal laundry needs, including hand washing, ironing, attaching name labels and carrying out repairs where necessary.
- Ensuring that all units are always adequately supplied with Linen.
- Keeping all areas of the home clean and tidy. This includes all aspects of cleaning.
- Ensuring that all cleaning equipment/materials are maintained in a safe, clean and efficient working condition.
- Maintaining a friendly contact with residents respecting their right to choices, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at times.
- Reporting any maintenance issues.
Skills and Experience
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Full DBS required.
- To be aware of the requirements of all relevant legislation, having particular regard for the following practices:
- Fire Safety
- Manual Handling
- Health and Safety
- CoSHH
- Infection Control
Rewards and Benefits
- 25 days annual leave including bank holidays.
- Employer pension contribution.
All staff employed by PJ Care are individually responsible and expected to safeguard and promote the safety and welfare of all individuals who access PJ Care services to ensure everyone is protected from actual or potential harm.
PJ Care Ltd strongly believes in the promotion of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in all areas of life, but particularly in the workspace and is proactive in supporting every member of our team and residents to reach their true potential.