Head Housekeeper

Kingsley Healthcare Limited; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsley Healthcare Limited is seeking a Head Housekeeper to plan and supervise all domestic, laundry and housekeeping duties across the home, ensuring cleanliness and comfort for residents and staff.

You will lead a diverse team, maintain high standards, and ensure compliance with Health & Safety and COSHH. The role requires strong leadership, organisation, and infection control knowledge, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in housekeeping, preferably in healthcare or senior living.
• Infection control principles and PPE usage knowledge.
• Strong leadership and ability to motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise domestic, laundry and housekeeping duties.
• Ensure high cleaning standards and COSHH/Health & Safety compliance.
• Lead, motivate and develop a diverse housekeeping team.
• Maintain infection control practices and PPE usage.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Infection control

PPE knowledge

Team motivation

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Job description

As a Head Housekeeper, you will be planning and supervising all domestic, laundry and housekeeping duties required in looking after our residents and staff on a daily basis. It will be your role to ensure that our home is cleaned and maintained to the highest standards, and that our domestic, laundry, and housekeeping complies with the latest Health & Safety and COSHH standards.

• Proven experience in a housekeeping role, preferably in a healthcare or senior living environment.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team of staff members.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Knowledge of infection control principles and practices, including proper cleaning techniques and use of personal protective equipment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical stamina and dexterity to perform cleaning tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements

What will you gain? You will have the satisfaction of working with and being supported by an enthusiastic and caring team that puts people at the heart of the business. We know the happiness of our staff improves the service we give our residents. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and develop your skills, and we have the procedures and processes in place to help you at every step.