Job summary As a 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 task, and the role of Housekeeping Assistant is vital in ensuring a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. Main duties of the job The Housekeeping Assistant role involves a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to ensure the care home is kept in excellent condition. This includes duties such as cleaning, tidying, and maintaining the cleanliness of the home, which directly impacts the comfort and well-being of the residents. The role requires a caring nature, a personable approach, and good practical skills, as well as attention to detail and reliability. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, with a focus on delivering high-quality, person-centered care. The organization is committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for its residents, and the Housekeeping Assistant role is an important part of this effort. Date posted 28 December 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.94 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1215943007 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Beverley HU17 8RN Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a 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 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. 2 week shift pattern:week one - Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 9am to 3pmweek two - Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9am to 3pm ABOUT YOU To join us as a 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 In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more 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 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 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. 2 week shift pattern:week one - Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday 9am to 3pmweek two - Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 9am to 3pm ABOUT YOU To join us as a 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 In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' And so much more 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, but the candidate should have a caring nature, a personable approach, and good practical skills. Attention to detail and reliability are also essential. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but the candidate should have a caring nature, a personable approach, and good practical skills. Attention to detail and reliability are also 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 Beverley HU17 8RN Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)