Job summary As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables the team to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a crucial task, and your role as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant will have a direct impact on the residents, their visitors, and all the staff working to support them. Main duties of the job In this Bank Housekeeping Assistant role, you'll be responsible for a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to ensure the care home is clean, tidy, and welcoming for everyone. This includes ensuring all areas are kept to a high standard of cleanliness, maintaining stock levels, and supporting the overall smooth running of the home. You'll need a caring nature, attention to detail, and a reliable approach to make a positive difference in this important role. About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading providers of care and support services. They operate over 200 care homes and healthcare facilities across the country, offering a wide range of specialist services to support the diverse needs of their residents. Barchester is committed to providing high-quality care and creating a positive, supportive environment for both residents and staff. Date posted 25 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £14.27 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1177981874 Job locations Barchester Healthcare East Hoathly BN8 6DR Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join Barchester as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Attention to detail and reliability are also essential to succeed in this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join Barchester as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Attention to detail and reliability are also essential to succeed in this role. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare East Hoathly BN8 6DR Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)