Housekeeper Jobs
We are recruiting an experienced Housekeeper to ensure the smooth running of the community house, based in Salford, for the safety and wellbeing of the community of active, retired Religious Sisters who reside there.Katherine House is a new 8-bed community residence for FCJ Sisters, a Catholic Religious Congregation, on an already established FCJ site. The house has 4 floors which can be accessed by stairs, a chair lift and a lift. Hours are16-20hrs per week (Mon-Fri as negotiated) and rate of pay is £14.18 per hour. The Housekeeper will report to Mrs Margaret Nolan, Financial and Business Operations Manager.
Applications for this position must be by completed application form submitted to us via our website. An application form can be downloaded from our website. We will only accept completed application forms for this position. CVs will not be considered and please do not contact the house directly.
Closing date for applications: 9am Friday 14th February 2025.
Interview dates: Friday 28th February and Saturday 1st March 2025.
Main duties and responsibilities:
The main role of the Housekeeper is to take responsibility for promoting and enabling an environment and a day-to-day working schedule, which provides the Sisters with a range of support, meeting both individual and community needs.
Cleaning:
- Clean weekly the communal areas on all floors and then bedroom/bathroom areas (when needed).
- Ensure all kitchen bins are emptied and cleaned regularly, recycling rubbish as much as possible.
- Ensure that spare bedrooms are cleaned and prepared when visitors are expected, and that they are cleaned and beds remade after a visit.
- Assisting Sisters with the cleaning of their rooms by request.
Meals:
- Meal preparation and cooking as requested – Sisters will be able to do some cooking themselves, but some meal preparation and batch cooking might be needed. Menu chosen by housekeeper in consultation with Sisters.
- Undertake weekly online food ordering. Shop for additional food items and supplies required by the Sisters during the week which may have been missed from the weekly online food order.
- If there is a large group for dinner (such as for funerals or jubilee celebrations), help with hospitality and catering as required.
Support for Sisters:
- Assist Sisters who request assistance with making and changing their beds and helping them with washing of clothes and bed linen as requested.
- Welcome visitors, providing refreshments and attend to all of those who call.
House Maintenance and Administration:
- Be the main contact person to work with the Facility Services Company to ensure regular maintenance checks are carried out on all mechanical and electrical equipment, including checks for legionella testing, emergency lighting, fire doors, smoke detectors and fire alarms.
- Perform some weekly/monthly/quarterly checks that are not done by external contractors. These will include: legionella temperature testing, emergency lights, fire doors, smoke detectors and fire alarms. Instruction will be given.
- Liaise with gardener and tree surgeon regarding outdoor spaces.
- Create and maintain effective record keeping and filing systems (electronic and paper) for maintenance.
Training:
- Attend necessary training to ensure compliance with current safeguarding, health and safety and food standards legislation and guidance.
The main essentials of this job are described in this document. It is a guide to the standards required and outlines the most important duties presently needed which may vary from time to time.
Person Specification:
Required:
- Enhanced criminal records check.
- Experience of keeping accurate records.
- Availability for onsite attendance Monday to Friday approx. 16-20 hours per week (as negotiated).
- Knowledge and experience of working within food hygiene regulations.
- Experience of dealing with health and safety and maintenance contracts.
- Experience of having worked in an elderly care setting.
Desirable
- Adult social care qualifications
- Experience of meal preparation for 6+ people (incl vegetarian food)
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Nightingale Hammerson is an independent charity and a leading specialist in the care of older people. We have served the Jewish community since 1840. We have two care homes, Nightingale House in Clapham and Hammerson House in East Finchley.
Nightingale House offers a warm and comfortable environment, with personalised care that centralises the needs of the residents, with on-site therapists, dieticians, and a wealth of activities for residents to enjoy.
They say first impressions mean everything... At Nightingale Hammerson, we ensure our homes are attractive places to live and thrive by working hard to keep them spotless and welcoming.
What will your typical day involve?
You will provide cleaning and domestic duties throughout the home, from the communal areas to our resident's rooms.
Who are we looking for?
You will be able to live and promote our values in all your actions. You take pride in ensuring your work is always completed to a high standard and can maintain an organised environment.
Often managing multiple requests at once, you’ll be comfortable multitasking, able to work on your own initiative unsupervised and where necessary working with other teams to ensure our residents are kept happy in their home.
You will have a cheerful, compassionate, respectful, and caring approach and good communication and interpersonal skills. With an understanding of the needs of older people and the desire to make a positive contribution to the lives of others.
What is in it for you?
- 25 days annual leave, increasing over time
- Excellent Training and development opportunities
- Subsided staff canteen
- Perkbox
- Flexible Working
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Toothfairy Dentist on Demand
- Interest Free Loans
Hours
Full time 37.5 hours per week - NOTE: This is a maternity cover for 9 months.
Salary
£13.15 per hour
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If you meet the above requirements, we’d love to hear from you!
It’s also very important to us that as well as meeting the job description, you can bring a wealth of experience and qualities that make you ideal for working with the elderly on a daily basis.
Sponsorship
This role is not at or above RQF Level 3 and therefore is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK's Points Based Immigration System.
Please do not apply if you require sponsorship.
Our Values:
Embrace and embody our core values of Compassion, Respect, Excellence, Dignity, Integrity, and Teamwork.
Safeguarding
Our positions are subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosures which will be completed upon successful application. All applications will be dealt with on an individual basis in accordance with our policy and organizational requirements.
Diversity
We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and residents we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.
Registered Charity
101 - 500
Everything we do is with a ‘Residents first’ approach.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join us as a Weekend Housekeeping and Hospitality Assistant at Dunkirk Memorial House, Taunton. Working 14hrs per week; Saturdays and Sundays from 08:00 to 15:00, you’ll be part of a team that provides exceptional care and support to our residents.
What you’ll do:
As part of our friendly housekeeping team, you’ll ensure our care home is spotless and welcoming. Working to a set routine, you’ll maintain high standards of cleanliness while adhering to infection control procedures. But this role is about more than cleaning — it’s about building connections. You’ll contribute to the wellbeing of our residents by offering social companionship and helping create a warm, homely environment.
Who we’re looking for:
We’re looking for a motivated and compassionate individual who takes pride in their work and enjoys making others feel cared for. Whether you’re experienced in housekeeping or simply have a can-do attitude, we’d love to hear from you!
About our care services:
Dunkirk Memorial House is part of the RBL’s care services, which include care homes, community facilities, and the Admiral Nurse Service. We provide personal and nursing care, support for individuals with dementia, and services under the Mental Capacity Act, helping carers and beneficiaries lead fulfilling lives.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Here at RBL, we aim to support our people and their wellbeing, with a package including generous paid holiday allowance and pension scheme contributions, and a range of optional benefits and discounts
For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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Conferences & Housekeeping Managerop
We are looking for a proactive and friendly person to be our new Conferences and Housekeeping Manager. The successful applicant will take responsibility for delivering high standards of hospitality and service for all guests, students and residents, for promoting our conference facilities with potential and existing users and for the smooth and effective functioning of our Conferences and Housekeeping department.
The appropriate person for the role should have strong communication skills, be a good team player and have the ability to work in a changing environment, as well as having a vision to promote and develop Conferences as part of the mission of the College.
All Nations Christian College is an intercultural Bible and Mission College whose purpose is to cultivate biblically rooted, hope-filled and culturally relevant engagement with God’s mission by training and equipping disciples of Jesus Christ in partnership with the global church.
Hours: Full time of part time (30 - 37.5 hours negotiable)
Line Manager: Head of Operations
Responsible for: Housekeeping & Duty Officer, (Conferences & Housekeeping Assistants and Casual staff in absence of Housekeeper & Duty Officer)
Team: Operations
Location: Easneye site, Ware (accommodation is available on site if required)
Salary: £24,600 pro rata per annum
Start: January 2025 or as soon as possible
Working Conditions
Hours of work: This role will be full time or part time (30 - 37.5 hours per week negotiable). Working hours at college are 8.40am - 5.10pm. However, a degree of flexibility is required in case of emergencies and to fit in with the arrival of guests and new students. Occasional weekends and evenings required.
Holiday: 30 days per annum (pro rata) plus 6 of the 8 bank holidays when they fall on a normal working day.
Benefits
§ Employer pension contributions of 8%. A salary sacrifice scheme option is also available.
§ Life Assurance of three times salary
§ Employee Assistance Programme
§ 30 days holiday per annum pro rata plus bank holidays (excluding the May bank holidays) plus the days the College is closed between Christmas and New Year.
§ Free, freshly prepared lunch at the College on your working days.
Other information
Due to the nature of the role, it is a genuine occupational requirement that the post holder is a committed Christian and fully supports the objectives of the college.
All Nations Christian College is committed to safeguarding adults at risk, and children from abuse and neglect. We expect all staff who work with us to share this commitment and staff will be required to be checked with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
To apply for this role, please send us your CV and a covering letter explaining how your skills and experience are relevant, and why you are the ideal candidate for this post.
(Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis).
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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An exciting opportunity to play an important role in transforming the lives of young people at Jamie’s Farm. We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated individual to lead and deliver impactful therapeutic support, helping young people build resilience and thrive.
What is Jamie’s Farm? Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges.
At an exciting time of growth for our charity, we are recruiting several delivery roles to support the opening of our 7th farm, set in beautiful woodlands and parkland adjacent to our existing Bath Farm. This role may be based at either farm as part of our new hub model.
Known within the organisation as ‘Therapeutic Coordinator’
More about the role: As Therapeutic Coordinator, you will be at the heart of our programme delivery. You will oversee the therapeutic aspects of up to four visits from schools and similar organisations per month, providing one-on-one support to young people facing significant challenges. Your expertise will guide both individual sessions and group discussions, fostering a safe space for personal growth. Collaborating with visiting staff, you will ensure each young person receives the care they need, both during and after their time on the farm.
Beyond therapeutic sessions, you will create detailed progress reports and contribute to the immersive farm experience, leading walks, evening activities, and mealtime conversations. This hands-on approach will help strengthen relationships with young people, allowing them to feel supported and empowered throughout their journey with us.
About you : If you are an experienced professional with a passion for helping young people through pastoral or therapeutic work, we want to hear from you. Previous experience of counselling, mentoring or supporting young people is desired but not essential. This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven charity, working in a beautiful rural setting where your impact will be deeply felt.
Please see the full job description, desired experience and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below. Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for.
How to Apply:
Please apply via the Jamie’s Farm website, by clicking on the “Apply” button below. Read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application and equal opportunities form to the email address stated. We look forward to hearing from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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An exciting opportunity to combine your love of food, gardening, and working with young people to make a meaningful impact at Jamie’s Farm. This full-time role involves managing the kitchen and garden and leading hands-on activities supporting the young people to creating delicious, nutritious meals. At the heart of the farm, the kitchen and garden are creative spaces where young people learn valuable skills, teamwork, and celebrate diverse tastes and cultures.
What is Jamie’s Farm? Jamie’s Farm is a charity that supports young people by combining therapeutic work, farming, and purposeful activities to help them thrive. Through residential visits to our working farms, we provide a nurturing environment where young people can reflect, build confidence, and develop the resilience they need to overcome personal challenges.
At an exciting time of growth for our charity, we are recruiting several delivery roles to support the opening of our 7th farm, set in beautiful woodlands and parkland adjacent to our existing Bath Farm. This role may be based at either farm, as part of our new hub model.
Known within the organisation as ‘Food & Garden Specialist’
More about the role: As Food & Garden Specialist, you will lead cooking and gardening sessions that inspire young people to connect with the food they eat and the natural world around them. With the support of the young people, you will nurture a productive kitchen garden, contributing to meal preparation with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Your role also includes creating weekly meal plans, coordinating volunteers, and ensuring high standards of food hygiene and safety. You will work collaboratively with your team to deliver life-changing experiences for young people, fostering confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging.
About you: You are an enthusiastic and experienced professional with a passion for cooking, gardening, and working with young people. You have extensive cooking experience and enjoy sharing this skill with others. Your practical gardening knowledge and enthusiasm for growing food make you an ideal candidate to lead sessions in the kitchen garden. Organised and creative, you excel in meal planning, budgeting, and inspiring others with fresh ideas. You thrive in a collaborative team environment but are also confident working independently. Open-minded and empathetic, you are committed to Jamie’s Farm’s mission and values and passionate about making a positive impact in a beautiful, dynamic farm setting.
Please see the full job description, desired experience, and employee benefits by exploring our recruitment pack below. Don’t meet every single requirement? We’d still love to hear from you – your unique skills and experience could be just what we’re looking for.
How to Apply: Please apply via the Jamie’s Farm website by clicking on the “Apply” button below. Read through the full recruitment pack and return both a completed application and equal opportunities form to the email address provided. We look forward to hearing from you!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.