Compassionate Housekeeping Assistant (Part-Time) - Exeter

Elizabeth Finn Homes; Exeter; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced family leave pay

Enhanced overtime and bank holiday

Occupational sick pay after 6 months'

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Mental Health First Aiders

Care Friends referral scheme

Subsidised meals while on duty

Learning, development andapprenticesh

Professional qualifications and study

Job summary

The Lodge Care Home in Exeter is seeking a compassionate Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents. You will clean bedrooms, communal areas and facilities, following established procedures and hygiene standards while supporting the care team.

Working part-time, you will join a supportive team at Elizabeth Finn Homes, with benefits including enhanced leave pay, overtime rates, sick pay after 6 months, a Blue Light Card, wellbeing support, and

Qualifications

• Empathy with older people required.
• Basic Food Awareness Certificate or NVQ Level 2 desirable (or willingness to work towards it).
• Good general education to meet role requirements.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality cleaning across bedrooms, communal spaces, bathrooms, offices and corridors.
• Follow cleaning procedures and hygiene standards to prevent cross-infection and maintain safety.
• Use cleaning equipment safely and report faults promptly.
• Adhere to Health & Safety and COSHH, reporting hazards or concerns without delay.
• Work to schedules, support colleagues, attend training, and report resident concerns to care or nursing staff.

Skills

Empathy with older people

Good general education

Education

Basic Food Awareness Certificate

NVQ Level 2

Job description

The Lodge Care Home in Exeter is seeking a compassionate Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents. You will clean bedrooms, communal areas and facilities, following established procedures and hygiene standards while supporting the care team.

Working part-time, you will join a supportive team at Elizabeth Finn Homes, with benefits including enhanced leave pay, overtime rates, sick pay after 6 months, a Blue Light Card, wellbeing support, and