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 organisation to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is an important task, and the role of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant is crucial in ensuring everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. Main duties of the job The Bank Housekeeping Assistant role involves carrying out a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to maintain a high level of cleanliness and safety throughout the care home. This includes tasks such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and ensuring the home is well-stocked with essential supplies. The role has a direct impact on the residents, their visitors, and all the staff working to support them. About us Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, operating care homes and communities across the country. They are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a warm, welcoming environment for their residents. The organisation takes the growth and development of its employees seriously, offering competitive pay and plenty of learning opportunities. Date posted 09 November 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £13.38 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 1187976987 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Wells BA5 1WE 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 To join as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Attention to detail and reliability are also important qualities for this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Attention to detail and reliability are also important qualities for this role. 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 Wells BA5 1WE Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)