Head Housekeeper - Luxury Care Home Leader

Penrose Court Care Home; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave (FT)

Job summary

Penrose Court Care Home in Biggleswade is seeking a Head Housekeeper to lead the housekeeping team and maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation across the home. You will oversee resident rooms, bathrooms and all communal areas, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for residents and visitors.

You will coordinate daily operations, supervise the team, manage supplies and support training, with a focus on infection control, health and safety compliance, and delivering exceptional

Qualifications

• Experience in a housekeeping or supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Good understanding of cleaning standards, hygiene and infection control.
• Ability to manage workload, priorities and team performance.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the housekeeping team.
• Oversee cleaning of residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas.
• Coordinate daily operations to ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Monitor quality, hygiene and presentation standards.
• Manage supplies and support training and development.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organisation

Cleaning standards

Workload management

Communication

Job description

Penrose Court Care Home in Biggleswade is seeking a Head Housekeeper to lead the housekeeping team and maintain high standards of cleanliness and presentation across the home. You will oversee resident rooms, bathrooms and all communal areas, ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for residents and visitors.

You will coordinate daily operations, supervise the team, manage supplies and support training, with a focus on infection control, health and safety compliance, and delivering exceptional