Job summary As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables the organization to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a crucial task, and the Housekeeping Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment. This position has a direct impact on the residents, their visitors, and all the staff working to support them. Main duties of the job The Housekeeping Assistant is responsible for a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment. This includes duties such as cleaning, tidying, and ensuring the care home is well-presented. The role requires a caring nature, good practical skills, attention to detail, and a reliable and personable approach. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and specialist services in the UK. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a warm, supportive environment for its residents. Barchester Healthcare operates over 200 care homes across the country, employing thousands of dedicated professionals. Details Date posted 24 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £12.71 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1309191087 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Winchester SO22 6NT 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. 0854 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. 0854 Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but a caring nature, practical skills, and attention to detail are essential. Barchester Healthcare provides all the necessary training to help the Housekeeping Assistant thrive in the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential No specific qualifications are required, but a caring nature, practical skills, and attention to detail are essential. Barchester Healthcare provides all the necessary training to help the Housekeeping Assistant 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 Winchester SO22 6NT Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Winchester SO22 6NT Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Barchester Healthcare, SO22 6NT Winchester, United Kingdom