Ensure safe storage of cleaning materials and equipment and sufficient stock is maintained informing the Housekeeping Supervisor of stock requiring ordering. Assist in the cleaning of communal areas on a daily basis and cleaning of carpets, curtains, and high dusting on a rotating schedule. Ensure that any repairs required to fixtures and fittings are reported to the designated Facilities Helpdesk as soon as possible and any issues are reported to the Housekeeping Supervisor. Assist in routine housekeeping audits as outlined in the planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and ensure any works are to agreed service levels.
Prioritise work to complete assignments in a timely manner. Assist other members of the Site Services and Facilities teams as required. Undertake other or additional duties that are within your skills and abilities, as the organisation may reasonably require from time to time. Central Laundry Services/Staff Accommodation Where resourcing requirements are required to assist in the provision of these services.
Where required work with the Housekeeping Lead/Laundry Operatives to process the laundry in a timely and efficient manner according to the standard operating procedures ensuring that cleanliness and hygiene standards are met and maintained in the central laundry. Where required any repairs required to fixtures and fittings are reported to the designated Facilities Helpdesk as soon as possible. Where required assist the Housekeeping Supervisor/Assistants to ensure that accommodation is prepared to agreed standards for guests/staff to move in. Where required carry out the final check of accommodation on a changeover day to ensure minimum standards have been met and guests are able to move in.
Highlight any issues regarding tenant occupation to the Housekeeping Supervisor and in their absence to the Housekeeping Lead (as appropriate). Training & Development In conjunction with the Housekeeping Lead through training and development and customer liaison maintain a high standard of cleanliness. Attend team meetings with housekeeping and laundry staff. Attend mandatory training sessions and gain the required certification.
Develop self to improve personal performance within the department. Meet regularly for performance and development review, identifying learning objectives and setting targets, identifying opportunities for professional development. Read all policies and procedures relevant to working practice and to keep up to date with policy changes as they occur. Professionalism Takes action and raises concerns.
Adhere to the policies and procedures of The Childrens Trust. Maintain professional boundaries and professionalism at all times. Committed to demonstrating the organisations values and behaviours at all times. Health and Safety The role requires a significant degree of manual handling and working with house services/laundry equipment.
Be responsible for your own health and safety. Co-operate with your manager and colleagues on health and safety matters. Maintain knowledge of COSHH requirements. Not interfere with anything that is provided to safeguard health and safety.
Comply with the Trusts Health and Safety Policy and Procedures. Participate in risk assessments and audits as required and ensure that all works carried out are in compliance with assessments. Ensure manual handling procedures are adhered to and regularly reviewed. Attend all mandatory training sessions relevant to the role.
Provide evidence of all vaccinations (or medical exemption) required for the post. Wellbeing and Emotional Resilience Maintains a positive approach and outlook when dealing with change and overcoming challenges and problems. Recognises own limitations, develops realistic goals, and uses support network resource when or if necessary. Treats challenges and problems as a learning experience.
Remains organised and focused when under pressure. Responds appropriately and effectively to all constructive feedback. Motivates self and others.
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