Housekeeping Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Martock; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home in Martock is seeking a part-time Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment and to support laundry services for residents.

The role requires attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with duties including cleaning rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, plus laundry duties and adherence to infection control guidelines.

Qualifications

• A positive and reliable approach.
• Good attention to detail and organisation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial.
• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard of hygiene and presentation.
• Support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing, with correct labelling.
• Follow infection control, health and safety and housekeeping procedures to perform tasks safely and efficiently.
• Work alternate weekends as required.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Hygiene

Infection control

Teamwork

Job description

La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home is nestled on the outskirts of Martock, surrounded by the stunning Somerset countryside. This innovative, purpose-built home provides specialist Dementia and Nursing care for up to 76 residents.

Housekeeping Assistant Contract

• £12.771 per hour
• Contracted to 18 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment while also supporting laundry services. This is a varied, hands on role where your attention to detail and high standards will directly impact comfort, dignity and daily wellbeing.

You will be responsible for cleaning residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, ensuring all spaces are maintained to a high standard of hygiene and presentation. Alongside this, you will support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing correctly, ensuring all items are clearly labelled and handled with care.

Working closely with the wider team, you will follow infection control, health and safety and housekeeping procedures, ensuring all tasks are carried out safely and efficiently. Your role will contribute to a well organised and comfortable environment where individuals feel respected and supported.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• A positive and reliable approach
• Good attention to detail and organisation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial
• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential

About us

La Fontana Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values

Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.