Housekeeping Team Lead

Spire Dunedin Reading Senior Housekeeper (Team Lead) Housekeeping Permanent Full Time If you take pride in creating environments that are clean, safe and welcoming, and enjoy supporting and motivating a team to deliver high standards every day, this could be an excellent opportunity for you. As a Senior Housekeeper (Team Lead) at Spire Dunedin Hospital, you'll play an important role in maintaining the standards that support outstanding patient care. Working alongside the Head of Housekeeping, you'll help ensure patients, visitors and colleagues experience a professional, comfortable and well-maintained environment while supporting infection prevention standards and the smooth running of the hospital. About the Role As a Senior Housekeeper (Team Lead), you will support the Head of Housekeeping in overseeing the daily delivery of housekeeping services across the hospital. You'll supervise housekeeping activities, monitor performance standards and help ensure a consistently high level of cleanliness throughout all clinical and non-clinical areas. Working closely with housekeeping colleagues and hospital teams, you'll play an important part in maintaining quality standards, supporting infection control practices and ensuring housekeeping processes are delivered effectively. You'll also help induct and support new team members, maintain accurate records and contribute to the ongoing development of the service. Why Join Us This is an opportunity to take on a visible leadership role within a close-knit team where your contribution will be recognised and valued. You'll work closely with the Head of Housekeeping to help maintain exceptional standards across the hospital, support and develop colleagues, and contribute to a service that plays an important role in patient safety and experience. If you're looking to build on your supervisory experience, broaden your leadership skills and make a genuine impact in a healthcare setting, you'll find plenty of opportunity to do so here.,

• Supervise the day-to-day housekeeping operation across the hospital.
• Support the delivery of high standards of cleanliness in line with hospital policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage housekeeping key performance indicators.
• Ensure accurate completion and submission of team timesheets.
• Maintain and develop cleaning services with a strong focus on infection prevention and control.
• Support the induction and training of new housekeeping team members.
• Support audits and inspections relating to housekeeping, cleanliness and infection prevention standards.
• Ensure housekeeping cleaning records are completed and maintained accurately.
Contract: Permanent Full Time Days/Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Sunday, including early mornings, days and evenings.


• Previous housekeeping and/or hospitality experience within a similar environment.
• Previous supervisory or line management experience.
• Knowledge of COSHH and Health & Safety regulations would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and a methodical approach to work.
• Comfortable using records, reports and performance information to support service delivery.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workloads effectively.
• A positive, proactive and team-focused attitude.
  
  We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, both inside and outside of work. This includes:
• 35 days' annual leave inclusive of bank holidays, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to private healthcare and health insurance options, giving you reassurance and faster access to care
• Gym and wellbeing benefits, supporting your physical and mental wellbeing
• Free on-site parking, making your day-to-day easier
• A supportive team within a leading independent healthcare provider, where you'll feel valued and part of something meaningful
• Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options, supporting your future
• 'Spire for You' reward platform, offering discounts and cashback from over 1,000 retailers
• Free Bupa wellness screening, helping you stay on top of your health
We commit to our employees' wellbeing through work-life balance, ongoing development, support and reward.