Cleaner - Lower Hutt

Enliven is a not-for-profit service providing residential care to older people in the lower half of the North Island. We create age-friendly communities where people are happy and thrive, regardless of their age or ability. Enliven homes and villages encourage companionship, choice, variety, fun, meaningful activity and a sense of purpose.

Mō te tūranga - About the role

As a Cleaner, you will be responsible for ensuring Woburn Home provides a safe, clean and hygienic environment where our residents can feel comfortable in all areas of the home and enjoy their environment. This is a part time position with 12.5 hours work per week guaranteed. Wednesday 7-9pm, Saturday 7-9pm and Sunday 7am to 3pm.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver the highest standard of cleaning within the Home
• Work independently, but also be part of a team
• Take instruction and delegation from the Senior Housekeeper regarding priorities and cleaning routines
• Understand and follow cleaning protocols that support good infection control within the home
• Conduct cleaning tasks and routines effectively and in a timely manner

  Mo koe - About You   

As well as a passion for the wellbeing of older people, you will be enthusiastic but patient and well organised with great interpersonal skills and sense of humour. You will share our values of empathy, compassion, and respect. Previous experience of working in a rest home or hospital environment is a plus, but it's not essential, as we can help you learn what you need to know.

In addition, you will ideally have: 

• Ability to communicate with and respect the diverse cultural heritage of each individual
• Careerforce Level 2 Cleaning or ability to work towards one 
• Knowledge and understanding of cleaning programmes and infection control. 
• Willingness to undertake training and to gain qualifications that continue to support you in your role.

Benefits – what’s in it for me?

• Opportunities for additional training and for career advancement
• Smart uniforms provided, with various aspects of attire available to suit your style – you choose the colour! 
• Working in a supportive team environment. 
• Staff wellbeing activites, focusing on different aspects of personal health and wellbeing.
• Ability to work hours that enable you to manage work/life balance.
• Access to discounted healthcare cover and employee assistance programme.
• A progressive pay scale that recognises your qualifications & experience. 

Applications:

Start your application process by clicking the APPLY button. If you need more information first, get in touch with Tamsin Mason on 04 560 2825. We will shortlist and interview as applicants come in.

Please note: Apply only if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand 

As a healthcare provider, Enliven operates a ‘Smoke Free’ policy onsite.