Lead Housekeeper

Lead Housekeeper – Overview

Lead the housekeeping team at Barnet Lane Clinic’s Elysium Complex Care and Recovery Service, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for vulnerable patients. Oversee all areas including wards, offices, bedrooms, and visitor spaces, while supporting senior management and maintaining high infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Clean designated areas to the highest standard
• Develop and review cleaning schedules, staffing rosters, and stock levels
• Manage ordering of materials and equipment within monthly budgets
• Ensure compliance with infection control guidance and local audit requirements
• Use chemicals and machinery safely, following departmental procedures, health and safety regulations, and manufacturer instructions
• Maintain an auditable housekeeping programme, including effective stock management and replenishment of janitorial products

Qualifications

• C.O.S.H.H training
• Cleaning industry standards knowledge
• Understanding of health and safety regulations
• Previous experience in a similar environment
• Strong communication and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise duties and resolve problems efficiently

Benefits

• Annual base salary up to £27,000 (depending on experience)
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus birthday off and the option to purchase additional leave
• Career development and training opportunities
• Access to the Rewards & Benefits platform Ely‑Vate for savings and wellbeing support
• Wellbeing activities and support, including Blue Light Card and life assurance
• Stream – instant access to earned wages and financial wellbeing support
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion
• Enhanced maternity package and pension contribution
• Free meals and parking

Application and EEO

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. All staff must promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure and a Disclosures and Barring Service check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

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