Head Housekeeper

HC One; Penrith; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One is seeking a Head Housekeeper to maintain a spotless environment across care homes. This full-time role involves managing cleaning operations, ensuring infection control, and leading a team while providing a supportive atmosphere for residents. Comprehensive training and a range of benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate based on experience

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream for flexible pay access

Learning and development opportunities

Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a Head Housekeeper required.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations essential.
• Ability to communicate kindly with residents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage the cleaning rota and lead by example.
• Plan laundry and order cleaning supplies.
• Ensure infection control procedures are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Time Management

Communication

Job description

Job Title: Head Housekeeper

Please note that this is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, with full flexibility required.

At HC-One, we value kindness above all else. As a Head Housekeeper, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining a spotless environment across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Your responsibilities include managing the cleaning rota, leading by example, planning laundry, ordering cleaning supplies, and ensuring infection control procedures are followed, always prioritizing the wellbeing of our residents.

We are seeking an experienced Head Housekeeper with proven leadership, record keeping, and time management skills. Knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH regulations, and infection control is essential. Equally important are your positive energy and ability to communicate kindly and considerately with residents and colleagues.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect, and know how to respond appropriately. All staff will receive safeguarding training and are expected to undertake additional related training.

We offer comprehensive training and a wide range of benefits, including:

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream for flexible pay access
• Learning and development opportunities with support for qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support
• Recognition schemes such as 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards
• Refer-a-friend scheme offering up to £1000 per referral

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process.