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- Department:
- Corporate Services
- Salary:
- £13.18 per hour
- Type:
- Bank
- Hours:
- BANK
- Location:
- Sydenham
- Closing date:
- 19 July 2026
Job Title: Housekeeping Assistant (Bank)
Department: Housekeeping
Vacancy Type: Bank
Hours: Flexible
Salary Description: £13.48 per hour
About us
This is a fantastic opportunity to work at a leading Hospice who aspires to a world in which all dying people and those close to them have access to care and support, whenever and wherever they need it. St Christopher’s Hospice was founded in 1967 by Dame Cicely Saunders and formed part of the modern hospice movement. Proudly celebrating over 50 years and with a turnover of over £20 million, we provide invaluable care and support to over 7,500 people across the five London Boroughs of Bromley, Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark.
Your new role
We currently have a fantastic flexible role that has come up in our housekeeping team. We are looking to recruit an efficient, organised, flexible and reliable cleaner/house keeper to maintain given areas to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene. Flexible hours covering daytime, evenings and weekends/bank holidays. You will comply with specific hospice policies and procedures maintaining particular regard to cleanliness, tidiness, infection control, health and safety and patient comfort.
To succeed in this role
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You will have excellent communication skills and be able to work independently and as part of a team.
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It is essential for the post holder to be flexible to meet the demands of the department and to cover annual leave and sickness in evenings, daytime, weekends or bank holidays.
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You will need previous cleaning experience. Experience of cleaning in a similar healthcare environment would also be desirable i.e. Hospital / Nursing home, however, full training will be given to the right candidate.
Benefits of joining St Christopher’s
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You will gain a stimulating and rewarding career with an opportunity to influence and make a real difference in the community
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A competitive and progressive salary.
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Enhanced hourly rates for working unsocial hours
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NHS Pension (for active members who wish to transfer and continue their membership)
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Group Pension Plan for non-NHS Pension Staff
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Employee Assistance and Wellbeing support – Employee Assistance Programme – as part of a Corporate Health & Wellbeing Strategy
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Season Ticket Loan
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Free local street parking at Sydenham site.
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Uniform
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rae Keeley on 020 8768 4558 or r.keeley@stchristophers.org.uk
Please have a look at our website for further information on all aspects of St Christopher’s at www.stchristophers.org.uk and to apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.
Why join St Christopher’s
At St Christopher’s, our people make it possible for us to deliver high-quality care and support to patients, families and communities. This is an opportunity to make a genuine organisational impact by helping to create the conditions in which staff and volunteers can thrive.
We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity, positive challenge and different perspectives. Our values are Collaborative, Empowering, Expert, Inclusive and Innovative, and we welcome applications from people who share our commitment to making a difference.
Closing date 19th July 2026
In the event we receive a high amount of applications, we reserve the right to close the job earlier than the initial closing date.
For any queries, please contact our recruitment line on 0208 768 4680