Domestic Housekeeper

Orchard Care Homes; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Chesterfield is seeking a Domestic Housekeeper to maintain cleanliness and high standards of service at Riverdale Care Home. This part-time position offers £12.21 per hour with 30 hours per week. Ideal candidates will be passionate about cleanliness, follow strict guidelines, and contribute to a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Access to Blue Light Discount Card

Excellent training and progression opportunities

Recognition schemes

Free uniform and car parking

24/7 Employee Support Hub

Qualifications

• Physically capable of performing housekeeping duties.
• Ability to comply with health and safety regulations.
• Must maintain high standards of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Clean all areas of the care home to high standards.
• Respect and maintain confidentiality of personal information.
• Ensure all cleaning supplies are stocked and available.
• Be responsible for the upkeep of cleaning equipment.
• Contribute to a friendly and supportive working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow cleaning guidelines

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Domestic Housekeeper — Sheffield Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7LL. Job Type Part Time. Job Category Domestic/Laundry. Shift Type Days. 30 hours per week. Closing Date 28 November 2025. Pay £12.21 per hour.

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Are you passionate about maintaining high standards of cleanliness and providing an outstanding service?

Housekeeper – Riverdale Care Home

£12.21 per hour

Location: Sheffield Rd, Chesterfield, S41 7LL

Introduction to the role

When entering any one of our homes, everyone will notice our high standards of cleanliness. A clean, well maintained, and tidy environment has positive benefits on the physical and mental wellbeing of everyone in the home which is why this position plays an important role in the day-to-day operation of our homes.

You will engage with all the individuals living in the home, their families and be an advocate for the company, that’s why we are looking for team members who want to make a difference, are caring and will enjoy working in a busy care home environment.

Following stringent guidelines and ensuring chemicals are stored safely, you will be responsible for your own equipment and storeroom. This is a physically demanding job that will require you to deal with all aspects of cleanliness in the home.

Main Duties

• To ensure that all areas of the Care Home are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with the specific cleaning guidelines and schedules and that they effectively meet the individuals and home’s needs.
• To always respect and maintain confidentiality of personal information, including people’s right to privacy, dignity, and choice.
• To understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements which are relevant such as Health & Safety, COSHH, fire safety, all aspects of the Care Standards Act, have a clear understanding of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures, and measures to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.
• To make sure that all equipment used is in full, safe working order and immediately report any faults to the Home Management team.
• To check all areas of the home are supplied with adequate housekeeping items and inform the manager of any shortages.
• To always be alert and use your own initiative, spot clean any spillages as they occur.
• To be an active and helpful member of the team, contribute to meetings, attend training sessions, and ensure that the Care Home is a friendly and supportive working environment.

About Orchard Care Homes

Within walking distance from the Parish Church and the River Rother, Riverdale Residential Care Home provides specialist residential and dementia care in a warm and friendly environment.

Winner of the Gold trophy for Best Smaller Care Home Group at the CHA (Care Home Awards) 2021.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Benefits

• Access to Blue Light Discount Card.
• Excellent training and progression opportunities, from day one, with career pathways to enable you to grow and develop.
• Recognition schemes, such as ‘Making a Difference’ and an annual awards ceremony, recognising our dedicated staff team.
• Free Uniform and car parking.
• Access to our 24/7 Employee Support Hub offering confidential support on personal and professional issues.

At Orchard Care Homes, we value our employees. Click here to find out more about our wide range of benefits.

Riverdale Care Home in Chesterfield

Welcome to Riverdale Care Home in Chesterfield! We offer residential dementia care, dementia nursing care and short-term respite care. Based in Derbyshire, Riverdale Care Home is a cosy, comfortable and welcoming home…

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