Housekeeping Assistant (Nights Only) Contract Type: Permanent Working Hours: 27.5 hours per week, working shifts between the hours of 8.00pm and 8.00am including some weekend work Location: KIMS Hospital, Maidstone About The Role KIMS Hospital is the largest independent hospital in Kent, and we are looking to recruit a Housekeeping Assistant to join our friendly and hardworking Guest Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in delivering high standards and wants to play a key part in providing a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors and colleagues. As a Housekeeping Assistant working nights, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of patient rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal areas. You will be part of a dedicated team ensuring that hygiene standards are upheld across all areas of the hospital, in line with infection prevention guidelines. Role Responsibilities Provide a high-quality housekeeping service to patient rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, ensuring excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene are achieved and maintained Support the wider Guest Services team in delivering an exceptional patient experience across all hospital departments Work in accordance with infection control protocols, especially in clinical areas Ensure cleaning materials are used and stored safely, in line with COSHH regulations What We’re Looking For Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience in a similar environment Good communication and interpersonal skills Basic knowledge of COSHH and its application within a clinical setting A flexible, can-do attitude with the ability to adapt to the needs of the department Ability to work well as part of a team and independently when required Why Join Us KIMS Hospital Employees Enjoy a Range Of Benefits Including Private Health Insurance 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus additional time off for your birthday Pension scheme Free secure staff parking Life assurance Annual flu vaccination Free eye test Apply Now If you are proactive, detail-oriented and enjoy being part of a supportive team in a fast-paced healthcare environment, we’d love to hear from you. For any queries about this vacancy, please contact Juliet on 01622 538114 or email recruitment@kims.org.uk . At KIMS Hospital, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Please note: Any offers of employment are subject to proof of the right to work in the UK and the receipt of a satisfactory DBS certificate. You can find more information about DBS checks at: www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check Posted 17th May 2025 Share. Location : Maidstone, England, United Kingdom