Job summary
As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables the home to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a vital task, and the Housekeeping Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment.
Main duties of the job
The Housekeeping Assistant is responsible for a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to maintain the cleanliness and safety of the care home. This includes duties such as cleaning residents' rooms, communal areas, and other facilities to a high standard. The role requires attention to detail and a caring nature to provide a comfortable and welcoming environment for residents, their visitors, and the staff.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, offering high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care. The company is committed to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for its residents and employees, investing in training and development opportunities.
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.
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
1. No specific qualifications are required, but a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills are essential. The employer will provide the necessary training to help the Housekeeping Assistant thrive in the role.