Job summary As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables the organisation to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a crucial 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, directly impacting the residents, their visitors, and all the staff working to support them. Main duties of the job In this role, you will be responsible for a range of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. This includes duties such as dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and general cleaning of communal areas, bedrooms, and other facilities. You will need to have a caring nature, good practical skills, and attention to detail to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are met. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care homes and independent living services across the UK. The organisation is dedicated to creating a warm, comfortable, and nurturing environment for its residents, and the Housekeeping Assistant role is crucial in achieving this goal. Barchester Healthcare offers a range of benefits and development opportunities for its employees. Date posted 09 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.94 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1187375471 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Fareham PO15 5NT 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. 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 No specific qualifications are required for this role, but previous experience in a similar housekeeping or cleaning position would be an advantage. You should have a caring nature, good practical skills, and attention to detail to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are met. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required for this role, but previous experience in a similar housekeeping or cleaning position would be an advantage. You should have a caring nature, good practical skills, and attention to detail to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are met. 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 Fareham PO15 5NT Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)