Advertised from 3 April 2026

Role

Crossbasket House provides accommodation and support for families with seriously ill children receiving care in the Royal Hospital for Children Glasgow and other hospitals in the west of Scotland. Families stay free of charge in the 30 bedroomed House and there is no time limit on the accommodation – once a family is given a room it is theirs until their child is discharged from hospital. For families with a sick child, the House is a haven at a stressful time when their child’s stay in hospital requires them to be close by while they are away from home.

JOB PURPOSE:

To be a point of contact in the House, providing a friendly, professional and efficient service to families, visitors and all stakeholders. To be a competent person to be the sole member of staff on occasions during your shift. Provide general administration, housekeeping and support to the House.

HOURS:

The role is 22.5 hours per week, worked over three shifts (Monday to Friday) + two weekends per month (17hrs). 

• Shifts will fall between 7:00am and 9:00pm and will be either 0700 –1500 hrs Monday to Friday or 1300 – 2100 hrs .
• Two weekends/month will be 0900 – 1800 hrs Saturday AND Sunday.

The above hours include a half hour unpaid break.

Flexibility is expected to meet service requirements.

Application notes

Closing Date : 20th April 2026

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis, please note the advert will be closed early if an appointment is made therefore, please do not delay in applying.

If you wish to apply, please send your CV to Recruitment@crossbaskethouse.org.

Due to the expected high number of applications, only those progressing to interview stage will be contacted.

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