Job summary As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables the care home to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is an important responsibility, and the variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. Main duties of the job The Housekeeping Assistant role involves a variety of cleaning and housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for the care home residents, their visitors, and the staff. This includes duties such as cleaning, tidying, and ensuring the home is well-presented at all times. The Housekeeping Assistant plays a direct role in supporting the care and comfort of the residents. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, delivering high-quality, person-centered care to residents. The company is committed to creating a warm, homely atmosphere in its care homes and values the contribution of its Housekeeping Assistants in achieving this. Date posted 03 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.71 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1295506049 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Sittingbourne ME9 7LG 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 To join as a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, a personable approach, and good practical skills. Attention to detail and reliability are also important, as you'll be making a direct impact on the residents' living environment. Person Specification Qualifications Essential To join as a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, a personable approach, and good practical skills. Attention to detail and reliability are also important, as you'll be making a direct impact on the residents' living environment. 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 Sittingbourne ME9 7LG Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Sittingbourne ME9 7LG Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Barchester Healthcare, ME9 7LG Sittingbourne, United Kingdom