Housekeeping Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us
New Victoria Hospital is a private, charity owned hospital based in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey and is one of the few remaining independent hospitals in the country. It has provided a high level of service to the local community for over sixty years and is frequently ranked by patients as one of the top private hospitals in London.
Job description
As a Housekeeping Assistant, you handle these tasks:
- To carry out cleaning schedules as stated for the appropriate shift and in accordance with the Housekeeping policies and procedures
- To carry out all duties in accordance with the Infection Control Policy
- To carry out all duties in accordance with the Manual Handling Policy
- To use the correct cleaning processes in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations
- To be aware of security in the work place at all times
- To maintain good working relationships with all members of the Housekeeping Department, working positively to develop a cohesive team
- To participate in the departmental training programmes
- To assist in the orientating of new staff (either permanent, bank or agency) to the department, providing help and support with general procedures
- To avoid any behaviour which discriminates against patients/relatives, visitors, employees or potential employees on the grounds of their sex, race, ethnic or national origins, colour, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation or age
Why work with us?
While working as a Housekeeping Assistant at New Victoria Hospital, enjoy these perks:
- Competitive salary
- Private Healthcare Insurance
- Discounted Hospital care for immediate family members
- Private Dental Insurance
- Life Assurance membership scheme covering 'Death in Service'
- Contributory private pension scheme
- Holiday entitlement and leave
- Introductory bonus scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season Ticket loan
- Coaching and 24/7 confidential helpline support
- Subsidised meals
- Long-service award
Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate with these qualifications:
- Intermediate Schooling Certificate or equivalent; desirable
- Infection control standards; desirable
- Similar healthcare experience; desirable
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to deal sensitively with patients, and communicate effectively with other staff
- The ability to work within a team
- Mature and flexible attitude to responsibilities
- A common sense approach
For further information about the job, visit our website at: https://www.newvictoria.co.uk/about-us/careers/current-vacancies/housekeeping-assistant
Job Type: Permanent
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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