Head Housekeeper

The Methodist Church in Britain; Knowle; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

DBS cost covered

Job summary

The Birchmere Mews Care Home is seeking a Head Housekeeper to oversee housekeeping and laundry services, supervise staff, and manage supplies within budget in Solihull.

This permanent, on-site role requires DBS clearance and proof of right to work in the UK, with opportunities to develop your team leadership and compliance skills in a caring provider environment run by Avery Healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping and laundry management in a care or public setting.
• Understanding of health and safety in a care environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee housekeeping and laundry services for residents.
• Supervise staff and maintain stock within budget.
• Ensure cleaning tasks follow the housekeeper job description.
• Prepare orders for cleaning materials for approval.
• Monitor quality and standards of work.
• Direct and train new staff on cleaning tasks.

Skills

Health and safety knowledge

Leading and supervising teams

Compassion and resident-focused

Job description

Head Housekeeper post at Birchmere Mews Care Home in Solihull, run by Avery Healthcare, a large operator of care homes for older people. The job oversees the housekeeping and laundry service that supports residents' care, supervising staff and ordering cleaning supplies within budget. It is a permanent role based in a residential care setting, with the post-holder directing the housekeeping team on tasks and materials. A DBS check and proof of right to work are required before starting.

What the job involves

• Oversee the housekeeping and laundry cleaning service supporting hospitality services
• Carry out all cleaning duties as set out in the housekeeping job description
• Prepare orders for cleaning materials from approved suppliers for Home Manager approval
• Maintain stock levels and control, buying good-quality products within budget
• Monitor the standards of work of the housekeeping and laundry team to keep cleanliness high
• Supervise and direct the work of the housekeeping team
• Instruct and demonstrate cleaning tasks and materials to new staff

What’s required

Experience

• Experience cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting

Skills & knowledge

• Knowledge of health and safety, including moving and handling, fire safety and COSHH assessments
• Leading, supervising and developing teams
• Compassion and commitment to high-quality housekeeping and laundry service for residents

Checks & eligibility

• DBS check
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

What’s offered

• Opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career
• Supportive, caring working environment
• DBS check cost met by Avery Healthcare