Housekeeper (Robins Nest)

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We are inviting applications from caring, enthusiastic and highly motivated people to join our team at Robins Nest.

Would you like to work as part of a team that acts as good parents and provides a warm, nurturing and caring home for children and young people? Do you take pride in creating welcoming environments where children can feel safe, comfortable and valued?

Robins Nest is a children's residential home based in Kirk Hallam, providing care and support for up to three children and young people with disabilities. We are looking for a dedicated Housekeeper who can help us maintain a clean, homely and welcoming environment that supports the wellbeing and development of the children who live with us.

You will work alongside a committed staff team who provide child-centred care and support, working in partnership with children, families, carers and other professionals. Your role will be an important part of ensuring that the home remains a safe, comfortable and positive place for children to live.

You must be a person of good integrity and character who understands the importance of maintaining high standards within a children's residential setting.

About the Role

Within this role, you will be required to:

• Prepare, cook and serve nutritious meals and snacks.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the home.
• Undertake general housekeeping duties, including cleaning communal areas, bedrooms, bathrooms and offices.
• Manage laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing and storing clothing and bedding.
• Monitor and maintain stocks of cleaning products, household items and kitchen supplies.
• Support infection prevention and control measures and ensure health and safety standards are maintained.
• Contribute to creating a warm, welcoming and homely environment for children and young people.

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of housekeeping, cleaning, catering or domestic duties.
• Be organised, reliable and able to work independently.
• Have a positive and flexible approach to work.
• Understand the importance of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Be committed to achieving high standards and contributing to the wellbeing of children and young people.
• Demonstrate kindness, warmth and a genuine desire to help create a nurturing home environment.

Additional Information

Due to this post having access to children and vulnerable young people, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and the information provided.

Why Join Derbyshire County Council?

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career with us. By joining Derbyshire County Council, you will have access to a range of excellent employee benefits, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee wellbeing support.
• Training and development opportunities.
• A range of employee discounts and benefits.

We're a Disability Confident Employer

We warmly encourage applications from disabled people. If online applications are not suitable for you, there are alternative ways to apply. If you need advice or support with your application, or require recruitment documents in an alternative format, support is available to help.

Join us at Robins Nest and help create a safe, welcoming and nurturing home where children with disabilities can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Provisional Interview Date: 11 September 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, click here

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Important: Derbyshire County Council holds a sponsorship licence, but this role does not offer visa sponsorship. Please apply only if you already have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship, as applications that do not meet this requirement will be rejected.

We welcome applications from individuals who share our values — being Collaborative, Innovative, Empowered and Accountable. These values describe who we are and what we stand for as a council. They help shape our culture, encourage consistent behaviour and guide how we work together to make a positive difference for both our employees and the residents we serve.