We are currently looking to expand our Flexi Bank team to support the Housekeeping team, within Support Services. The post holder will implement high standards of housekeeping and customer service for patients, visitors and other hospital procedures.
If you are looking for a flexible and varied role that really helps people, then this may be the perfect job for you! Our multi-million pound redevelopment means we can offer first class services in an amazing, modern environment. With an outstanding CQC rating, you can be confident you are joining an industry leading team.
About us
The Benenden Flexi Bank offers you total flexibility to choose shifts that are offered to you. It is ideal for people who have other commitments in their lives but are still able to work a reasonable number of hours each month. Alternatively, you may be looking to boost your income, without being tied to set hours each week. Your hours are not guaranteed and fluctuate with the needs of the hospital.
About the role
As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will work collaboratively with all departments to ensure patient safety whilst being sensitive to the patient’s needs. If you have high standards and a flexible approach to your work, this could be an ideal role.
- Adhere to all infection control policies and procedures
- Comply with COSHH regulations
- Provide all departments with sufficient linen, monitor returns, and keep up to date records
- Uniform provision - take employee measurements, check stock, order, allocate and keep up to date records
- Ensure all documentation regarding cleans is completed accurately
- In house stock ordering (consumables)
Skills and experience required
As part of the Benenden Hospital Flexi-Bank, you could also be offered work in several roles within Support Services, which you can then accept or decline as you prefer.
- Housekeeping experience
- Proven ability to undertake multiple tasks and prioritise workload
- Must be able to work alone or as part of a team
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the organisation
- Positive attitude
- Demonstrate initiative
- Ability to communicate with people of all ages and from different backgrounds
- Strong patient-centred approach
Benefits include
- Competitive hourly rates
- 1- hour annual leave generated for every 8.25 hours worked
- Free parking
- Free flu vaccinations
- Free tea and coffee
- Subsidised on site restaurant
“I love working at Benenden Hospital, it’s a beautiful location in the countryside”, “the whole organisation is supportive”, it’s the team, the team are amazing”, “Benenden is a bit like a family”, “the whole atmosphere is brilliant”.
These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.
How to apply
If you wish to apply for this position, please complete our application form.
Then please send this application form, and your most up to date CV to kentcareers@benenden.org.uk
Claire Mansfield– Resourcing Officer will then be in touch to discuss further.
Together, we work hard to maintain a safe, comfortable, patient-focused environment for the people in our care.
All our vacancies are therefore subject to either a Standard or an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as satisfactory reference checks. These procedures need to be completed before all new member of staff can join the hospital.
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