Head Housekeeper

Balhousie Care Group; Forfar; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Colleague discounts

WageStream

Wellbeing support

Recognition program

Career progression

Blue Light Card

Refer-a-friend bonus

PVG application

Flexible schedules

Free on-site parking

Free uniform

Job summary

Balhousie Care Group is seeking a Head Housekeeper for a care home in Scotland. You will lead a small team to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene for residents, and ensure the laundry service runs smoothly while following infection control procedures.

Experience in care or hospital housekeeping is advantageous. You will demonstrate leadership, attention to detail, and excellent communication with staff, residents, and relatives. PVG checks and UK work authorization apply.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the purchase, consumption, and handling of cleaning chemicals and products in line with budgets and health and safety requirements.
• Complete documentation and administration to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• Ensure the latest infection control procedures are followed as required.
• Ensure the laundry service runs smoothly and efficiently.

Job description

About the Role:

Make a rewarding difference in people's lives every day with BCG.

Whether you are new to working in care or have experience, working within a BCG care home can be incredibly fulfilling. As Head Housekeeper, you will play a central role in making the home warm and inviting. You will lead a small team of housekeeping staff to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene for our residents. This role requires excellent attention to detail and the leadership skills to ensure your team performs at their best.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the purchase, consumption, and handling of cleaning chemicals and products in line with budgets and health and safety requirements.
• Complete documentation and administration to ensure the smooth running of the department.
• Ensure the latest infection control procedures are followed as required.
• Ensure the laundry service runs smoothly and efficiently.

About you:

Experience in housekeeping within a social care or hospital environment in a similar role will be advantageous but not essential. We also seek the ability to lead and inspire a team, a caring nature, and good communication skills, as you will often interact with other colleagues, residents, and their relatives. We are looking for individuals with a genuinely warm and friendly manner who can multitask when necessary.

Successful candidates are subject to satisfactory references and a PVG check and must be authorised to work in the UK.

What BCG Offers:

• Company Pension Scheme.
• Colleague Discounts - access to hundreds of offers and discounts through our award winning Colleague Rewards Platform.
• WageStream – Financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as your need it.
• Wellbeing Support - Free of charge access to an independent and confidential Colleague Assistant Programme, covering physical, mental, and financial support.
• Colleague recognition scheme.
• Personal development and career progression opportunities.
• Access to the Blue Light Card discount scheme.
• Refer-a-friend bonus.
• Paid enhanced PVG application.
• Flexible schedules.
• Free on-site parking.
• Free uniform provided.

Join us at BCG, where your dedication and passion will be highly valued, and become part of a supportive, rewarding community that delivers Care that Makes the Difference.

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