Head of Housekeeping

Bupa; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Housekeeping Supervisor to lead a dynamic team in a care home setting. This role emphasizes cleanliness, safety, and presentation, ensuring a welcoming environment for residents. You will develop your team, manage schedules, and interact closely with residents and their families. With a commitment to personal growth, the company offers comprehensive training and various benefits, including healthcare support and a sick pay scheme. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

24/7 Health Support

Annual Healthcare Allowance

Sick Pay Scheme

Free Meals

20 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays

Long Service Rewards

Interest-free Travel Loan

Early Wage Access

Pension Plans

Parental Leave Schemes

Qualifications

• Hands-on role with housekeeping and laundry team.
• Responsible for cleanliness and safety of the village's interior.

Responsibilities

• Oversee team development and scheduling.
• Act as primary contact for residents and families.

Skills

Team Development

Scheduling

Stock Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Job description

Job Description

Housekeeping Supervisor

Location: Richmond Villages Cheltenham, Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6PN

Salary range: £27,800 per annum - Paid Breaks

Contract: Permanent position

Shift Pattern: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week across 5 days (08:00-16:00), with flexible shift patterns including alternate weekends

We make health happen

At Bupa, we support when it's needed most. Richmond Villages offers person-centred care that promotes independence and respects individual choice, helping residents live their best lives.

This hands-on role involves working closely with the housekeeping and laundry team, reporting to the Head of Hospitality. Responsibilities include team development, scheduling, stock management, and being the primary contact for residents and families. The role oversees the cleanliness, presentation, and safety of the village's interior. Dressing show suites and rooms to a high standard is desirable.

New starters receive a comprehensive induction, ongoing training, and development opportunities, including apprenticeships. Access to our online portal and LinkedIn Learning supports personal growth.

Benefits

Our benefits support health and wellbeing, including:

• My Healthcare: 24/7 support for health issues via one phone number
• Annual allowance (~£350) for healthcare products
• Sick pay scheme for frontline teams
• Free meal with every shift
• Holidays: 20 days + Bank Holidays
• Long Service rewards: ecards, extra holidays, and money
• Interest-free annual travel loan
• Wagestream: early access to wages
• Various pension plans
• Parental Leave schemes
• Menopause Plan
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Why Bupa?

As a health insurer and provider, with no shareholders, our focus is on our customers. Our purpose is to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives. We promote diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident employer, offering guaranteed interviews and reasonable adjustments.

Time Type: Part time

Job Area: Care Home - Facilities & Home Support

Location: Richmond Village Cheltenham