Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home
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Barchester Healthcare Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home
The closing date is 21 September 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 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 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. You'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. To join us as a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. 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. 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, 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.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a renowned healthcare provider known for offering high-quality care across its care homes and hospitals in the UK. With a strong emphasis on providing a homely and supportive environment, Barchester is committed to ensuring that every resident is treated with dignity and respect, meeting their unique needs with personalized attention. The company invests in its staff with continuous training and development opportunities, enabling them to advance their career while delivering exceptional care. Barchester prides itself on its sector-leading benefits, including competitive salaries, various reward schemes, and comprehensive wellbeing and support resources. As an organisation, it values diversity and inclusivity, making it an enriching and rewarding place to work. The role of the Housekeeping Assistant is crucial in upholding the standards of care and hospitality Barchester is known for, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents and staff.
Details
Date posted
23 July 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1529777118
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Copthorne
RH10 3EP
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
- Caring nature, personable approach, good practical skills, attention to detail
Qualifications
Essential
- Caring nature, personable approach, good practical skills, attention to detail
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
Copthorne
RH10 3EP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Copthorne
RH10 3EP
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
23 July 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.50 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1529777118
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Copthorne
RH10 3EP
United Kingdom
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