Job summary As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll ensure that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standards. The role demands excellent attention to detail, as well as the ability to motivate and inspire your team. Main duties of the job The Head of Housekeeping role at Barchester Healthcare involves leading a team of housekeeping staff to ensure that the care home is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort. You will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day cleaning and maintenance of all rooms and common areas, as well as training and motivating your team to deliver excellent customer service. Good communication skills and a caring nature are essential, as you will often interact with residents, their families, and other staff members. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services in the UK. The company operates a network of care homes and hospitals that offer a range of residential, nursing, and specialist care services. Barchester is committed to creating a warm, welcoming, and comfortable environment for its residents, and the Head of Housekeeping role is crucial in achieving this. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £13.22 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1229162077 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Battle TN33 0HW Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll ensure that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standards. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we'll also rely on you to motivate everyone in your team to be at their best. Put simply, you'll help to make your care home a shining example of a high quality care environment. ABOUT YOU Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping. We'll also look for a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. A caring nature and good communication skills are important as you'll often come into contact with other members of staff, residents and their relatives. 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. 0854 Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll ensure that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standards. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we'll also rely on you to motivate everyone in your team to be at their best. Put simply, you'll help to make your care home a shining example of a high quality care environment. ABOUT YOU Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping. We'll also look for a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. A caring nature and good communication skills are important as you'll often come into contact with other members of staff, residents and their relatives. 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. 0854 Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital, or hotel environment is highly desirable. The role also requires strong leadership and team management skills, as well as a caring and attentive approach to customer service. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital, or hotel environment is highly desirable. The role also requires strong leadership and team management skills, as well as a caring and attentive approach to customer service. 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 Battle TN33 0HW Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)