Domestic and Housekeeping Supervisor

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An opportunity has become available for a self motivated individual to work as part of the Domestic Team.

**POSTS & HOURS**:
Domestic and Housekeeping Supervisor(Community)

**Based at**: Recovery for You Horizon House Wolverhampton ( WV3 0NF )

**Hours**: 15 hrs

**Salary**: £9734.55

APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A FULL DRIVING LICENCE AND BE ABLE TO WORK ACROSS DIFFERENT SITES

Disclosure

This is a working Supervisor role and will be expected to cover housekeeping and domestic duties as required.

To maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout SSL/Trust Hospital and Community sites.

To ensure adequate provision of staffing levels in all areas of hospital and Community Sites.

Responsible for assisting the Domestic and Housekeeping Manager in the day to day running and organisation of the Domestic Services and Housekeeping Department

Provide an efficient and a high standard of Domestic and Housekeeping Services as outlined in the Domestic and Housekeeping Specifications and National Specifications.

On a daily basis is responsible for Domestic Assistants and Housekeepers working in defined areas.

To be responsible for a high standard of personal hygiene and good housekeeping.

To be responsible for the supervision and training of hotel services support staff.

At SSL, we work in partnership with Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust (BSMHFT), to deliver facilities management, transport and other support services to over 50 sites across the West Midlands.
Our team keeps expanding and since our establishment, in 2012, we have grown rapidly though the acquisition of new sites and services.

At SSL we take pride in our focus to support and contribute to the Trust’s aim which is to help people get better and challenge the stigma associated with mental illness.

Sustainability - All staff are expected to support SSL in meeting our ‘Green’ objectives, being responsible and considerate with regards to all ‘resources’ used and acting to minimise waste (e.g., products purchased, miles travelled, or power used). SSL is mandated to meet national carbon net zero targets and is being performance managed towards that achievement. Every member of staff wishing to work for SSL is expected to contribute to a greener and more sustainable organisation.

The health and safety of our staff is our top priority. We partner with our occupational health provider to check/offer vaccinations for Hepatitis B, Tetanus, Polio, Diphtheria, Measles, Mumps, and rubella (MMR) Varicella, Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) in line with recommended best practices for healthcare settings.

Domestic and Housekeeping - Operational

Responsible for specified cleaning standards of the area allocated and to maintain quality-monitoring procedures, including inspection and completion of relevant forms.

Responsible for the ordering, controlling and issuing of cleaning materials/equipment to domestic and housekeeping staff, and to monitor and maintain accurate stock levels and records.

Responsible for ensuring that all cleaning materials are correctly stored/marked and are easily identifiable in accordance with C.O.S.H.H regulations.

Responsible for providing cover for domestic and housekeeping duties in times of emergency in any area/unit as required.

Responsible for reporting to the appropriate department the need for structural and fabric repairs.

Responsible for ensuring they read and work within the framework outlined in the Domestic and Housekeeping Services Policies and Codes of Practice that exist within the Hospital.

To be responsible for dealing with Contractors whilst on site, including: Window Cleaners, Pest Control, etc.

To highlight training needs for Hotel Services Support Staff

To demonstrate forward thinking and planning. E.g. implementing new or revised rotas.

Reviewing and improving current systems of work.

Maintain cleaning schedules, cleaning records and water management records.

To ensure all staff under supervision have a clear understanding of the role.

Supervisory

Responsible for First Stage sickness absence reviews under the supervision of the Domestic and Housekeeping Services Manager, and to assist in the selection and recruitment of new staff.

Responsible for inputting and updating staff computer records and the maintenance of effective working relationships within the Department.

Responsible for attending Supervisor’s meetings as requested by the Domestic and Housekeeping Manager /Facilities & Hotel Services Manager.

Responsible for the authorisation of time sheets, inputting and recording of staff payroll information, along with absence records for Domestic and Housekeeping staff using SSL/Trust software systems.

Responsible for initial counselling of staff and reporting to line manager any matters that may require disciplinary action.

Additional Duties

Responsible for the departmental induction &