Bank Housekeeping Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Oldham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Life assurance

Wagestream access

Free meal during shifts

GP Online

Discounts

EAP 24/7

Learning & development

Career progression

Long service awards

Job summary

Avalon Park Care Home in Oldham is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to maintain clean, safe spaces and support laundry services for residents. You will help ensure a welcoming environment that respects privacy and dignity, with duties across rooms, bathrooms and communal areas.

The role includes following infection control procedures, working as part of a team, and contributing to a well-organised, comfortable home for residents and colleagues. Training and development opportunities are provided.

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

• Maintain clean, safe and welcoming environments in residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas.
• Support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing, ensuring correct labelling.
• Follow infection control, health and safety, and housekeeping procedures to perform tasks safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the wider team to deliver high hygiene standards and comfortable surroundings.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliability

Attention to detail

Independence & teamwork

Hygiene & infection control

Job description

Avalon Park Care Home in Oldham provides residential and residential dementia care for older people. With 58 bedrooms, the home offers a welcoming environment focused on person centred care, wellbeing and independence. As part of the team, you will work alongside experienced colleagues in a supportive environment, helping residents enjoy meaningful daily lives while developing your skills and experience.

Housekeeping Assistant Contract

• Contracted to (0) hours per week
• Paid PVG/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.

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 beneficialPrevious experience is welcomed but not essential

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards

About Care Concern Group

Avalon Park is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.

Our five values

Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity

shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.

If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.