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Housekeeper

Job details
Posting date: 10 February 2026
Salary: £12.60 per hour
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 09 March 2026
Location: Mansfield, NG21 0HR
Company: Cygnet
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JR1054

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Summary

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an outstanding Housekeeper with a passion for making a difference to others.

You’ll be working 32 hours per week (4 days per week, 8 hours per day, including some weekends) at Cygnet Hospital Sherwood, helping maintain a safe and healthy environment for the people in our care.

Cygnet Hospital Sherwood is our state-of-the-art PICU and Acute hospital for men, in Nottinghamshire. The service features three wards, including a 12 bed PICU ward and two 16 bed acute wards.

Cygnet Hospital Sherwood has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and will support the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment.

We’re focused on length of stay and making sure individuals move as quickly and safely as possible from our services to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them. Individuals can step down through the pathways available within Cygnet services. Referrals can come to us from all areas, including acute and prison services.

Your day-to-day…

  • Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness
  • Carry out daily & weekly cleaning regimes
  • Maintain & replenish stock and ensure that equipment is clean & well maintained
  • Employ safe working practices & adhere to health & safety procedures
  • Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

  • Strong career progression opportunities
  • Expert supervision & support
  • Pension scheme
  • “Cycle to work” scheme & employee discount savings

You are...

  • Experienced in cleaning, housekeeping or domestic work (desirable)
  • Knowledgeable of COSHH (desirable)
  • Friendly, conscientious & have a positive attitude
  • A good communicator

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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