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 organization to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a crucial responsibility, and the role of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant is essential in ensuring a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. Main duties of the job The Bank Housekeeping Assistant role involves a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for the residents. This includes duties such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and general cleaning to ensure the care home is well-presented and welcoming. The role requires a caring nature, attention to detail, and a reliable and practical approach to the work. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a warm, comfortable, and inclusive environment for its residents. As one of the largest healthcare providers in the country, Barchester Healthcare offers a range of training and development opportunities for its employees. Date posted 04 February 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £13.38 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1235480883 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Herne Bay CT6 5DN 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 No specific qualifications are required for this role, as Barchester Healthcare will provide all the necessary training. However, a caring nature, attention to detail, and a reliable and practical approach are essential. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required for this role, as Barchester Healthcare will provide all the necessary training. However, a caring nature, attention to detail, and a reliable and practical approach are essential. 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 Herne Bay CT6 5DN Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)