About this role
Job summary 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.
Main duties of the job As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help create a warm and homely environment, essential for quality care and support. Leading a housekeeping team, you'll ensure every room and living space is up to the highest standards. The role demands excellent attention to detail and the ability to motivate your team to perform at their best. Experience in housekeeping within a care home, hospital, or hotel is advantageous, along with the ability to lead and inspire others. Communication skills and a caring nature are important due to regular interactions with staff, residents, and their families. In return for your dedication, you will receive a competitive rate of pay and access to a sector-leading benefits and rewards package. This includes free training and development, wellbeing and support tools, a range of retail discounts, a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, 'Employee of the Month' rewards, and Long Service Awards. If you'd like to use your attention to detail and interpersonal skills in a high-quality care environment, this is the place to be.
About us Barchester Healthcare is an established care provider, offering excellent care in homely environments across various locations. It emphasizes creating a comfortable and warm setting, pivotal in delivering high-quality care and support for residents. The organization is keen on maintaining high standards, ensuring that each care home is a shining example of superior care facilities. Barchester places significant value on its staff, offering ample opportunities for personal development and career growth through free training and recognition of outstanding contributions. It provides sector-leading benefits and has a robust support system for the well-being and motivation of its employees. The care homes are designed with a focus on residents' comfort, with a dedicated team ensuring that every aspect of the facility meets exemplary standards. Working at Barchester, you become part of a team that is committed to providing the level of care you'd expect for your loved ones, making it a rewarding place to develop a career in the caregiving industry.
Job description Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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 YOUExperience 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 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
Experience in housekeeping within care home, hospital, or hotel environments is advantageous. Proven ability to lead and inspire a team is essential. Strong communication skills and a caring nature are required.
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
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LS
Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)