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Cleaner
Bedford
£8,190 per annum (actual annual salary)
Part Time, Monday – Friday, 2.5 hours per day
To deliver a high-quality cleaning service across designated schemes, ensuring communal areas are clean, safe, and welcoming for residents. The role requires a proactive approach to cleanliness, safety, and resident support, contributing to the overall wellbeing of the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine cleaning of communal areas, guest rooms, lounges, and dining rooms.
- Use cleaning products safely and in accordance with COSHH guidelines.
- Maintain accurate stock records and order cleaning materials as required.
- Plan work schedules with consideration for residents’ needs and preferences.
- Conduct fire safety and health & safety checks, reporting repairs promptly.
- Keep communal areas tidy and free from hazards.
- Attend regular training sessions and maintain up-to-date training logs.
- Complete daily/weekly/monthly health and safety checks (e.g. COSHH, water testing).
Person Specification
Essential Skills & Attributes
- Ability to walk around buildings and use stairs.
- Capable of assisting frail residents, including pushing wheelchairs.
- Willingness to provide first aid after training.
- Physically able to move furniture and make beds.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently.
- Calm under pressure and able to manage conflicting priorities.
- Approachable and responsive to resident needs.
Desirable Skills
- Basic IT skills (MS Word and Outlook).
- Previous experience in cleaning roles.
Knowledge & Experience
- Understanding of older people's needs.
- Awareness of professional boundaries.
- Flexible and positive attitude to work.
Our Values
We take responsibility We do what we say and hold ourselves accountable. We show empathy We listen, respect, and care for our colleagues and customers. We are better together We collaborate and celebrate diversity. We are ambitious We strive for excellence and continuous improvement.
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of applications or find a suitable candidate before the advertised closing date. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
