Housekeeping

General Responsibilities: · To be responsible for ensuring that Health and Safety Regulations are adhered to by all staff and also to comply with other regulations recommended by the Registering Authority. · To support the Home Manager in the prevention and/ or control of infections · To assist in the recruitment/induction and appraisal of other staff · To be familiar with and work in accordance to the Company Culture Manifesto · To be familiar with and to follow all Company policies and procedures. · To abide by all COSHH and Health and Safety regulations · To work as part of a team, attending staff meetings and complete all training as required. · To maintain appropriate records effectively · To respect residents independence, privacy and dignity · To foster good working relationships and to communicate effectively with all grades of staff to ensure the smooth and safe running of the Home · To understand the importance of confidential information and observe professional ethics in accordance with the Data Protection Act · To feedback to the Home Manager any concerns raised by residents, relatives or visiting authorises · To report any faults in equipment, maintenance or housekeeping issues to the Home Manager in a timely manner · To maintain appropriate records effectively. Job Specific Responsibilities: · To ensure that the removal of all waste is in accordance with the agreed procedures/policies. · To maintain the cleanliness of all floor areas and ensure safe practices · Damp dusting and thorough cleaning of all furniture, fixtures and fittings (moving light equipment if necessary). · To maintain the cleanliness of all sanitary areas and ensure the prevention of infection by cross contamination. · The cleaning of internal paintwork, doors, window frames, skirting boards etc. · The changing of curtains, as required. · Dusting all necessary areas. · The stripping and re-making of beds, if assistance is required. · To abide by all COSHH regulations, colour coding and to clean and store all domestic equipment in accordance with agreed procedures/policies · To adhere to the cleaning schedule · To take care of the building and report any defects or repairs. · To maintain appropriate records accurately · To perform other related duties, not specifically enumerated in this job description, which may from time to time be assigned by the Home