Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home
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Barchester Healthcare Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home
The closing date is 01 November 2026
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 Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Frie
Main duties of the job
As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for creating a warm and homely environment by ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the home. This vital role involves a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks that contribute to a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment. Your work will have a direct impact on residents, their visitors, and staff. Key qualities for this role include a caring nature, personable approach, reliability, and good practical skills. You'll be trained to thrive in this position. In addition, you'll enjoy a competitive pay rate and a sector-leading benefits package that includes free training, wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, and rewards such as the Employee of the Month and Long Service Awards. Joining Barchester Healthcare can be a rewarding experience.
About us
Barchester Healthcare operates care homes and hospitals across the UK, providing high-quality services to residents and patients. The organisation focuses on delivering personalized care and support in warm and welcoming environments. Barchester is committed to ensuring that all residents receive the attention and care they need, promoting well-being and satisfaction. Staff are considered integral to achieving these goals, and the company emphasises development opportunities, continuous training, and providing sector-leading benefits. Barchester Healthcare creates an inclusive workplace, supporting its employees to deliver exceptional service.
Details
Date posted
02 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.21 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1545549973
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Workington
CA14 3NE
United Kingdom
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.
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- To be a Housekeeping Assistant, a caring nature and good practical skills are required. Attention to detail is important to make a positive impact. No formal qualifications are necessary, but you should be reliable and personable.
Qualifications
Essential
- To be a Housekeeping Assistant, a caring nature and good practical skills are required. Attention to detail is important to make a positive impact. No formal qualifications are necessary, but you should be reliable and personable.
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
Workington
CA14 3NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Workington
CA14 3NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruitment Team
Barchester Healthcare
Details
Date posted
02 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.21 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1545549973
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Workington
CA14 3NE
United Kingdom
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