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 Location: The Fairways, Chippenham
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 Hours: 37.5 hours per week
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 Salary: £12.90 per hour
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 For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Service. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.
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 About the role
 We are looking for a reliable and caring Housekeeper to join our team at MHA. This is an important role, helping to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment where residents feel comfortable, respected and at home.
 As a Housekeeper, you will play a key part in supporting residents’ wellbeing by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the home, while always respecting dignity, privacy and individual needs.
 What you will do
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 <li>Follow daily and weekly cleaning schedules to maintain high standards of cleanliness across the home.</li>
 <li>Clean residents’ rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, kitchens and other designated areas using appropriate methods and equipment.</li>
 <li>Ensure the home remains comfortable, tidy and odour-free at all times.</li>
 <li>Assist with laundry tasks, including bedding where required.</li>
 <li>Safely use, store and control cleaning materials in line with COSHH and health &amp; safety requirements.</li>
 <li>Monitor cleaning equipment and report faults or arrange repairs as required.</li>
 <li>Dispose of waste safely and appropriately.</li>
 <li>Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and choice at all times.</li>
 <li>Attend training, staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals as required.</li>
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 About you
 We are looking for someone who is dependable, organised and takes pride in their work.
 You will bring:
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 <li>Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience (essential).</li>
 <li>Training in health and safety (essential).</li>
 <li>Good communication and listening skills.</li>
 <li>The ability to follow cleaning routines and work independently when required.</li>
 <li>Sensitivity to the needs of older people.</li>
 <li>A flexible approach to work, including covering on-call or emergency situations when needed.</li>
 <li>A QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health &amp; Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.</li>
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 Why join MHA?
 You will be joining an organisation with strong values and a commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, Housekeepers play a vital role in creating safe, clean and caring homes where residents can thrive.
 Rewards and benefits
 In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy:
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 <li>28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)</li>
 <li>A strong pension scheme and life assurance</li>
 <li>Free DBS checks and uniforms</li>
 <li>Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund</li>
 <li>Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies</li>
 <li>Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app</li>
 <li>A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities</li>
 <li>Long service awards to celebrate your contribution</li>
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 About the Service
 The Fairways care home in Chippenham
 The Fairways is a friendly and values driven home where colleagues work together to provide high quality residential and dementia care. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with colleagues supporting one another to deliver the best possible experiences for residents.
 Colleagues help promote dignity, independence and wellbeing, contributing to a calm and positive environment. MHA’s charitable foundations shape a culture of kindness, teamwork and continual development.
 For job seekers wanting to build a meaningful career in a supportive and people focused home, The Fairways offers opportunities to grow, develop skills and feel proud of the difference they make.
 For more information about the home, please click&nbsp;<a href="https://mha.org.uk/care-support/care-homes/fairways">here</a>
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