About this role
Job summary
CPG's Community Inpatient Unit (CIU) Rehab, Re-enablement and Recovery unit is a bed-based facility supporting people to recover and regain their independence following a period of illness, trauma, surgery, or significant event. It supports hospital discharges, prevents admission to hospital or long-term care and promotes independent living. Its a multi-disciplinary service with Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapist, Social Workers, and care staff.
We provide a range of therapies and support to assist people in their recovery and regain their independence, enabling them to return to their own homes safely and with any additional support in place.
If you work well as part of a team and are motivated, we would welcome your application.
Please note that Care Plus Group are not currently registered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA.
Main duties of the job
Job title: Housekeeper
Base: Community Inpatient Unit, Peterhouse Road, Grimsby, DN34 5UX
Hours: 24 per week, permanent
Rota pattern: Monday to Sunday, including Bank Holidays.
Salary: Range 2 £24,853 (pay award pending) pro rata per annum
You will be part of a team responsible for the housekeeping services within this busy inpatient unit. This will include tasks such as window cleaning, cleaning of floors, stairs, furniture, fixtures and fittings ensuring a high level of cleanliness at all times in compliance with CQC regulations and standards.
Other duties will be the preparation of soiled bed linen and towels to be sent to external laundry services; disposal of clinical and domestic waste and the use of specialist equipment in compliance with manufacturers instructions.
You will hold a NVQ Level 2 certificate in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent level of knowledge and have at least one years experience of working in a domestic role or setting.
You must be able to work flexibly as part of a rota to cover weekends and bank holidays.
About us
Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, established in 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employ over 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture we have developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvement of our staff.
We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NE Lincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback. Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awards including winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold the highest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducing our carbon footprint.
We offer excellent terms and conditions including optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognise continuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposes of annual leave entitlement.
We are a supportive employer and operate in a way which supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Job description Job responsibilities
The job description is attached as a separate document with the person specification. Please refer to this for more information before completing your application.
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Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills Essential
Awareness of food hygiene principles Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people Stock ordering and stock control Have a sound knowledge of Health and Safety including COSHH regulations Understand confidentiality Knowledge and understanding of infection control Compassion, dignity and respect for individuals Ability and willingness to work as part of a team Ability to use own initiative within remit of role Flexible in approach
Desirable
Knowledge of the patient group
Qualifications Essential
Food hygiene certificate NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support
Desirable
Moving and handling of loads certificate NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Cleaning Supervision Skills
Experience Essential
At least one years experience of working in a domestic role or setting
Other Essential
Moving of heavy objects/loads in accordance with the Moving and Handling Policy Using of industrial/domestic cleaning equipment, including laundry equipment Continuous bending/stretching Carrying light loads up and down stairs Able to work flexibly as part of the rota which will include Bank Holidays and weekends Ability to demonstrate commitment to CPG core values
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Care Plus Group
Address Community Inpatient Unit
Peterhouse Road
Grimsby
DN34 5UX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.careplusgroup.org/ (Opens in a new tab)