Housekeeper (part-time – Saturday/Sunday/Monday)

More about this role

• Are you passionate about creating clean, safe and welcoming environments for people receiving care?
• Do you have experience working in a care home, hospice, healthcare setting, or a similar environment?
• Do you understand the importance of infection prevention and maintaining high standards of cleanliness?
• Are you confident communicating with colleagues, patients, visitors and volunteers in a professional and compassionate way?
• Do you have some knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH, or a willingness to learn?

We’re looking for someone who can:

• Deliver exceptional standards of cleanliness and hygiene, supporting our infection prevention and control procedures.
• Effectively prioritise tasks, work independently and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Support our clinical teams by carrying out daily cleaning duties and deep-cleaning activities across our ward and hospice facilities.
• Help maintain a safe environment for colleagues, patients, visitors and volunteers.
• Demonstrate kindness, compassion and understanding when interacting with patients, relatives and volunteers, recognising the important role a clean and comfortable environment plays in patient care.

To achieve all this, we need enthusiastic, self-motivated and pro-active people with a compassion for others, and who are reliable, interested in working in a healthcare setting and share our values. Join our dedicated team and help us continue making a difference every day.

At Dr Kershaw’s, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, respect and fairness. We celebrate diversity, promote equality of opportunity and invest in the development and wellbeing of our staff. We pride ourselves on being open, supportive and compassionate, providing training and development opportunities to help you succeed and grow in your role.

If our values resonate with you and you want to make a meaningful difference in your local community, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Dr Kershaw’s is an independent hospice and registered charity serving the people of Oldham and surrounding districts. Since 1989, we have been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of people living with life-limiting illnesses, while providing support to their families and loved ones.

Closing Date: 23 October 2026

Salary: £25,272 per annum (pro rata)

Hours: Part-time – Hours to be discussed (across Saturday/Sunday/Monday – to be discussed and agreed)    

Please apply now and send your CV to recruitment@drkh.org.uk or for an application form please call 0161 624 2727 and ask for Cheryl Calverley.

See the job description here.

If you require any further information about this role please contact David Dawson, Support Services Manager on 0161 624 2727.