Housekeeper

We are recruiting for a full-time Housekeeper to join our dedicated team at Cygnet Hospital Derby. In this role, you'll help us maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment for the individuals in our care. You will work 40 hours a week, working 5 days on a rota basis Monday to Sunday 7am - 3.30pm. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of providing friendly, effective cleaning service with a positive attitude. Cygnet Hospital Derby provides low secure and mental health rehabilitation care based on the Recovery Model. Our integrated male care pathway includes Litchurch Ward, our low secure ward, and the Wyvern Unit, our mental health rehabilitation service. Alvaston Ward, our specialist female personality disorder service, is one of the leading services of its kind in the East and West Midlands. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people. Your Day-to-Day…

• Provide a cleaning and general housekeeping service
• Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness
• Carry out daily & weekly cleaning regimes
• Replenish stock & ensure that equipment is clean & well maintained
• Employ safe working practices and adhere to health & safety procedures
• Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations, We carefully review applications, considering factors like visa status, location, and experience.
04 Step 4Initial Screening If your application is suitable, you'll be contacted by the recruiter to arrange a telephone screening call. 05 Step 5Interview If you meet the screening criteria, you'll be invited for an interview, which normally takes place in person at the site you're applying to. 06 Step 6Feedback and Offer Following the interview, you'll receive feedback, and if successful, a verbal job offer that will be followed up with a written job offer and onboarding information.Support for Your Job Application From refining your CV to preparing for your interview, our free career resources give you the tools and advice you need to feel confident at every stage. Explore Our Career Resources Stories from our staff Cygnet have been amazing with the supervision and support from my manager. They helped me identify my skill set to work on my strengths and weaknesses. Cygnet recognised my study achievements at the Staff Achievement Awards where I was a finalist for learner of the year, Rebecca (Becca) excels as Activity Coordinator with heartfelt care and positivity, treating Spencer ward ladies as humans and building their confidence. Called unsung hero" by a discharged patient. Goes above and beyond daily.


• Experienced in housekeeping or domestic work
• Knowledgeable of COSHH
• Friendly, conscientious & have a positive attitude
• A good communicator
  
  Tara has stepped up as Acting Team Leader, confidently running some of the most challenging shifts, managing incidents and her team with positivity and resilience, earning clear respect and trust through her excellent communication with staff, seniors, and managers.
  
  £13.15 ph increasing to £13.45 ph at 3 months & £13.70 ph at 18 months
• Expert supervision & support
• On site benefits including free meals
• Pension scheme Employee discount savings & Cycle to work scheme
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference - we want to talk to you. Click the button to applyBenefits & RewardsNHS Staff Discounts Cygnet provides its staff with NHS discounts across a range of high street retailers. The discounts can be redeemed by showing your Cygnet ID badge. You can also get further discounts by registering your details with Health Service Discounts and Blue Light Card.On-site Benefits Cygnet provides free meals and free on-site parking for employees at work.Cycle To Work Scheme Cygnet will give you exclusive access to a range of benefits with our Cycle To Work scheme.Enhanced Maternity In addition to statutory pay, Cygnet provides enhanced maternity pay.