Job summary As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables the team to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a crucial responsibility, and the role of Housekeeping Assistant is vital in ensuring everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. Main duties of the job The main duties of a Housekeeping Assistant in a care home include various cleaning and housekeeping tasks to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the home. This includes tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors, cleaning bathrooms, and ensuring all communal areas are presentable. You'll work as part of a team to deliver excellent standards of cleanliness and support the overall care of residents. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care home services in the UK. They operate over 200 care homes across England, Scotland and Wales, offering high-quality residential, nursing, dementia and respite care. Barchester is committed to providing person-centred care that promotes the independence and wellbeing of residents. Details Date posted 15 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.71 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1303609330 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Stanwell TW19 7AZ 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 No specific qualifications are required, but you should have a caring nature, good practical skills, and attention to detail to excel in this role. Barchester will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive in the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but you should have a caring nature, good practical skills, and attention to detail to excel in this role. Barchester will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive in the 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 Stanwell TW19 7AZ Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Stanwell TW19 7AZ Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Barchester Healthcare, TW19 7AZ Stanwell, United Kingdom