Head Housekeeper

Healthcare Homes Group; Stowmarket; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Refer a Friend

Employee Assistance

Training Courses

Qualifications

Apprenticeships

Blue Light Card

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Healthcare Homes Group is seeking a dedicated Domestic Assistant for Hillcroft House in the Stowmarket area. This role covers 37.5 hours per week, including alternate weekends, to help keep residents' rooms and communal areas clean and welcoming.

You will support the housekeeping team, prepare rooms for viewings, assist with stock checks, and benefit from our training programmes and pension scheme. A friendly, supportive team and opportunities for progression are on offer.

Responsibilities

• Keep residents' rooms and communal areas clean and tidy.
• Supervise the domestic team to maintain high standards.
• Prepare vacant rooms for viewings and new admissions.
• Stock and store cleaning equipment and chemicals safely.

Job description

37.5 hours per week (includes alternate weekends)

Do you have good attention to detail and want to help make a difference in people’s lives?

If you are kind, compassionate and committed, we would love for you to join our housekeeping team at our lovely care home, Hillcroft House.

Hillcroft House is a care home specialising in residential and dementia care. Described as a ‘magical’ place by the residents, the home has a lovely atmosphere. It is a busy and lively home where everyone is treated as one big family – whether you’re a staff member, a relative or a resident.

What would a typical day look like?

• Ensuring our residents rooms and communal areas remain clean and tidy
• Supervising the domestic team and ensure they are working to a high standard
• Preparing vacant rooms for viewings and new admissions
• Stock control and storage of cleaning equipment and chemicals

Whether you are an experienced Domestic Assistant or are looking to start a new career in a rewarding and fulfilling role, we can provide you with a thorough induction and training programme to further develop your skills along with the support and guidance of a well-established team who truly value their colleagues.

In return we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Company Pension
• Refer a Friend scheme worth up to £1000 per person
• Employee Assistance Programme to support your mental health and wellbeing
• Extensive training courses through our Healthcare Homes Academy
• Qualifications and Apprenticeship opportunities
• Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality
• Recognition and Long Service awards

Established in 2005, Healthcare Homes Group has an existing portfolio comprising of 48 residential and nursing homes located across East Anglia and the South of England. We are a Top 20 provider within the care sector and our ethos is to deliver the best person-centred care to all our residents.