About this role
Job summary 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 Unli
Main duties of the job As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will contribute to creating a warm and homely environment, meeting each resident's unique needs. The role involves various housekeeping and cleaning tasks that ensure the home remains clean, tidy, and welcoming, directly impacting residents, visitors, and staff. Applicants need a caring nature, personable approach, good practical skills, reliability, and attention to detail. Barchester offers competitive pay and a benefits package, including free training and development opportunities, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, and recognition through 'Employee of the Month' and 'Long Service Awards'. This role offers an opportunity to make a positive difference in an environment dedicated to quality care.
About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, offering residents a supportive and nurturing environment tailored to their unique needs. Their homes focus on providing high-quality care, with staff committed to meeting both physical and emotional needs of those in their care. Barchester places significant emphasis on training and development, ensuring all their employees have the right skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care. Their commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth is reflected in their comprehensive rewards package designed to recognize and reward contributions by their staff. Barchester focuses on fostering a culture that encourages teamwork, with an aim to create a welcoming atmosphere for residents, staff, and visitors alike.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 YOUTo 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 PACKAGEIn 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.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Caring nature, personable approach, good practical skills, reliability, and attention to detail.
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
Exmouth
EX8 4AB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)