
Job requirements
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Essential
1 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Qualifications
Previous experience in cleaning within a similar environment is required along with enjoyment and satisfaction in delivering a job well done. Candidates should be able to prioritize duties effectively, possess excellent communication skills, maintain attention to detail, ensure high standards of cleanliness, and exhibit the ability to solve problems efficiently. Mandatory and statutory training requirements must be met annually, as per Elysium Healthcare's policies.
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job summary
If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at The Avalon Centre as a Bank Housekeeper. You will be an integral part of the staff bank at a service for those who have long term neurological conditions where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area. Working closely with the maintenance team youll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services. As staff bank, enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule at £12.85 per hour including a 12.07% pay uplift and enjoy weekly pay. enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule. Youll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better.
Main duties of the job
The role of a Bank Housekeeper at The Avalon Centre involves maintaining a safe and clean environment for vulnerable individuals. As part of the staff bank, you will play a crucial role in ensuring all areas, including wards, offices, bedrooms, and visitor spaces, are kept spotless. The position offers flexibility with shift choices and a competitive hourly wage. Being a part of this team provides an opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of individuals with neurological conditions, ensuring they reside in a clean, secure setting. Training will be provided to support you in delivering high standard cleaning services.
About us
Elysium Healthcare is a well-established provider with over 80 services across England and Wales, focusing on areas like Mental Health, Neurological Conditions, Learning Disabilities, and Autism, with a significant workforce of more than 8,000 employees. Elysium prides itself on offering growth and mobility opportunities within the organization, supported by a comprehensive network under Ramsay Health Care, spanning 10 countries and employing over 86,000 people worldwide. Committed to safer recruitment and fostering an inclusive work environment, the company ensures staff are equipped to safeguard the welfare of its service users.
Details
- Date posted: 17 September 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.11 an hour
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Flexible working
- Reference number: 1552208841
- Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Swindon, SN3 3RT, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
If you have an eye for detail and enjoy creating a safe and clean environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society, then join the team at The Avalon Centre as a Bank Housekeeper.
You will be an integral part of the staff bank at a service for those who have long term neurological conditions where you will be responsible for cleaning all areas of the service, including wards, office spaces, bedrooms and visitors area.
Working closely with the maintenance team you’ll ensure all areas of the service are spotless and be able to confidently deliver high standard cleaning services.
As staff bank, enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule at £12.85 per hour including a 12.07% pay uplift and enjoy weekly pay.
enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule.
You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better.
As a Housekeeper you will be:
- Maintaining required security standards of the hospital by following relevant policies and procedures as defined by the Hospital.
- To be an active member of the team with a range of responsibility over the day-to-day operation.
- Maintaining excellent telephone etiquette and ability to meet and greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Establish and maintain good working relationships with all staff, visitors and service users.
- Helping create a positive culture.
- Undertaking any other tasks requested that are appropriate for the post.
- Attending mandatory and statutory training on an annual basis as required by Elysium Healthcare.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Have previous experience of cleaning within a similar environment
- Enjoy cleaning and get satisfaction from a job well done
- Prioritise duties and responsibilities effectively
- Be a good communicator
- Have good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
- Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently.
Where you will be working:
Location:
You will be working at The Avalon Centre, a purpose built neurological centre for men and women over the age of 18 years, who have an acquired brain injury.
The centre has been designed specifically to support people with Neurological conditions, because of their injury, have challenging and complex needs and require a neurobehavioral rehabilitation programme.
What you will get:
- Hourly rate of £13.11 (including 12.07% holiday allowance uplift)
- Two-week paid induction
- Free meals and parking
- Mandatory training to ensure you are fully able to do your job at the best of your ability.
- Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
- Pension contribution to secure your future (Optional)
About your next employer:
Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.
Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.
Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure
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This advert is for Bank Housekeeper with Elysium Healthcare in Swindon, England. It is listed as a Housekeeper role. The advertised salary is £13.11. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 31 Oct 2026.
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