Housekeeper

Salary £13,240 per annum (£24,825 FTE)

Location Luton

This is a Permanent, Part Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.

The Vacancy

Housekeeper – 20 hours per week

At Keech Hospice, we believe that the spaces we create can have a huge impact on the well-being of our patients. We are looking for a dedicated Housekeeper to join our compassionate team and help maintain a warm, calm and clean environment for our patients, their families, and our staff. Your role will be vital in ensuring that the hospice always reflects the high standards of care we provide.

This role offers 20 hours per week, 4 shifts per week over 7 days (including 1 weekend in 4). The hours of work are 7.15am to 12.30pm.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene, and presentation throughout all areas of the hospice
Communicating with patients, relatives, staff, and volunteers to provide a responsive service
Following infection control procedures and adhering to COSHH guidelines when using cleaning products
Replenish hand towels/laundry and other consumables
Assisting in the correct handling and disposal of clinical waste and rubbish
Complete daily, weekly and monthly housekeeping schedules and ensuring accurate record-keeping

What we’re looking for:

Experience in a similar housekeeping role is an advantage
A proactive mindset with a commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness
Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, patients, and volunteers
Time management skills

Why join us:

A competitive salary and generous annual leave
Ability to carry over your existing NHS pension scheme
Healthcare scheme
Free car parking and cycle to work scheme
Career development and progression opportunities
A caring, supportive and inclusive environment

For further details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification below.

As an equal opportunity and disability confident leader accredited employer, we value diversity in our workplace. We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences everyone brings, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

If you require any assistance completing the application form, or would like to arrange an informal chat about the role, please contact recruitment@keech.org.uk

Interview date: 7th October 2026

Please don't use AI in your application, we want to hear from you, not ChatGPT.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake a basic disclosure and barring services (DBS) check.

The Company

Keech Hospice provides free specialist palliative and end of life care for people of all ages. We support adults in Bedfordshire. Children and their families in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, and Milton Keynes. At home, in hospice, or wherever we’re needed.

As a teaching hospice, our exceptional people, training, and facilities are helping local communities to live and die well.

Benefits

Competitive
salary

Cycle-to-work*
scheme

Support with health and wellbeing

Training and development

Staff representative group*

Cash
health plan*

*Dependent on role.

Our Locations

Testimonials

Faith

“Having worked for my previous employer for over 12 years, moving to a new organisation was always going to be daunting. I am glad I made that leap! I was welcomed into the team from day one and have always felt supported by my manager and the wider team.”

Lesley

“I love my role at Keech Hospice, it's a real privilege to support families on their journey. Keech is such a beautiful place, and everyone has the same ethos and values. Making the difference when it matters the most.”

Laurence

“I love working at Keech Hospice Care because you see and feel the difference you are making first-hand. I feel trusted and valued here as the specialist in my area. Every day is different and I love being able to work with various departments.”