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Cleaning and Laundry Team Leader | Warabrook NSW

  • Newcastle, NSW, Australia
  • Permanent Full-Time

About Us

BaptistCare support thousands of people across 75 locations in NSW and the ACT. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers.


About BaptistCare Warabrook Aged Care Facility

Set amongst picturesque gardens and a host of convenient amenities, the Warabrook Centre is located in the suburb of Warabrook in Newcastle.

As a well-established centre that supports 153 residents, Warabrook’s trained staff provide kind, friendly and personalised services including respite, palliative and dementia care.

About the role

Reporting to the Residential Manager you will manage and lead a functional team to deliver exceptional customer service to our residents. The role includes but is not limited to:

  • Provision of cleaning and laundry services
  • Ordering, checking and storage of non-clinical consumables
  • Re-stocking of non-clinical consumables to each area
  • Auditing and ordering of linen – in consultation with Residential Manager
  • Assist with follow up of relevant feedback
  • Participate in auditing as required
  • Monitor cleaning & laundry documentation & ensure compliance
  • Assist with purchase / trialling of new equipment as required
  • Assist with team recruitment and performance management

About you

The successful applicant will be a team player who enjoys interacting with older people and has the right heart and drive to serve. You will also have the ability to work unsupervised and take on physically demanding tasks.

Relevant qualifications such as Cert III in Cleaning & Operations is preferred. Previous experience in laundry and cleaning, and leadership experience essential. An understanding of work health and safety practices will also be an advantage.

Our Culture

People enjoy working at BaptistCare because they love what they do and the communities we help.  With us you can deliver life-transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a differenceOur 4000 staff are our most important resource and we take you and your career seriouslyWe want to provide you with a working environment and culture that supports you in your career journey and growth.

Benefits

  • JOIN Bonus of $1200*
  • Salary packaging- increasing your take home pay
  • Meal and entertainment card
  • Access to in-house and online training programs
  • Supportive, positive team environment
  • Access to family friendly benefits like our EAP and Flourish programs
  • Kick start your Career in Aged Care - who knows where it will lead!

If you’re reliable, motivated and passionate about caring for older people, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.

Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks including police background check via our online police check system.

*Terms and conditions apply

How can we help?

Our team is availble Monday to Friday, from 8:00am to 6:00pm.

BaptistCare NSW/ACT corporate office, Norwest Business Park, PO Box 7626 Baulkham Hills NSW 2153, Australia