Head Housekeeper

HC-One Ltd.; York; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in care services is seeking a dedicated Head Housekeeper to lead a compassionate housekeeping team. This role emphasizes kindness and attention to detail, ensuring a pristine environment for residents. You will manage cleaning schedules, oversee infection control, and maintain health and safety standards. The company offers comprehensive training and development opportunities, alongside a supportive work environment that prioritizes employee well-being. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and enjoy working in a team-oriented setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - flexible access to wages

Award-winning learning opportunities

24/7 virtual GP consultations

Colleague discounts at high street stores

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Housekeeper with strong leadership skills.
• Awareness of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a spotless environment for residents and manage the housekeeping team.
• Plan laundry and order cleaning supplies while prioritizing resident wellbeing.

Skills

Team Leadership

Time Management

Health & Safety Awareness

Infection Control Knowledge

Record Keeping

Communication Skills

Job description

About The Role

In your role as a Head Housekeeper at HC-One, you’ll value kindness above all else. Kindness drives every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. By joining HC-One you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people.

For you, as a Head Housekeeper, this will mean ensuring that you and the housekeeping team keep an absolutely spotless home for our residents. You’ll manage the cleaning rota, lead by example, plan the week’s laundry, order cleaning supplies, and stay updated on infection control procedures, always prioritizing the wellbeing of our residents.

HC-One are looking for an experienced Head Housekeeper with proven team leadership, record keeping, and time management skills. You should have a strong awareness of Health & Safety and COSHH regulations, as well as infection control. Your positive energy and ability to get along with people are essential. Communicating with residents and colleagues with consideration and kindness is key.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect, and know the appropriate actions to take. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and undertake additional training as needed. You should also be able to seek advice and report concerns, including escalation if necessary.

We’ll provide full training, offering a great opportunity to learn new skills. In return, you will enjoy a variety of benefits and support for your physical and psychological well-being. Throughout your career as a Head Housekeeper, we will invest in your development and provide additional support, including:

• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check.
• Free uniform.
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Group life assurance cover.
• Wagestream - flexible access to your wages and financial wellbeing support.
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities, including qualifications.
• GP online - 24/7 virtual GP consultations for you and your children under 16.
• Learn from experienced colleagues within an outstanding team.
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores.
• Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support.
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards.
• Refer-a-Friend scheme offering up to £1000 per successful referral.