Head Housekeeper - Supervisor

CARE SOUTH; Hurn; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a Housekeeping Supervisor to maintain cleaning standards and ensure a welcoming environment. The ideal candidate will lead a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing the quality of life for residents. This position offers ongoing training, competitive pay, and a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Paid induction and training

Employee referral bonus scheme

Free DBS check

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience, preferably in a housekeeping or laundry setting.
• A good understanding of compliance and COSHH regulations.
• A hands-on approach and a genuine desire to lead by example.
• Pride in maintaining high standards and a welcoming atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all equipment is maintained safely and correctly.
• Report and record any faults or repairs.
• Manage cleaning schedules and stock of cleaning products.
• Keep the home clean, safe, and comfortable.

Skills

Attention to detail

Supervisory experience in housekeeping

Understanding of compliance and COSHH regulations

Hands-on approach

Ability to create a welcoming atmosphere

Job description

Ensuring all equipment is used and maintained safely, following health & safety and manufacturer guidelines. Reporting and recording any faults or repairs promptly. Making sure rooms are presented to a high standard, especially for viewings. Creating and managing cleaning schedules for daily, weekly, monthly, and cyclical tasks. Managing stock levels of cleaning products and PPE. Keeping our home clean, safe, and comfortable for everyone.

Make a Real Difference Every Day

Everyone working at Care South is dedicated to providing the best quality care to all our residents. We all share and work hard to uphold our HEART values, ensuring that throughout the delivery of care, we consistently demonstrate Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork. Our care homes don't just provide companionship and social interaction, they provide a happy and fulfilling lifestyle for residents, delivering Food, Fun and Friendship, as well as compassionate person‑centred care. Our fantastic facilities, exciting social activities and exceptional care teams all help to enhance the health and happiness of our residents. No two residents are the same and we love to learn about their amazing life stories, hobbies, and interests. This allows us to tailor our activities to suit their likes and favourite pastimes, as well as really get to know them and build strong relationships. Food, Fun and Friendship is at the HEART of everything we do!

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Ongoing training and development.
• Receiving support from a friendly, experienced team and colleagues.
• Delivering person‑centred care that truly makes a difference.
• Encouraging residents to stay independent and active.
• Assisting with personal care and mobility needs.
• Building genuine friendships with residents.
• Creating a positive, team‑focused atmosphere within the home.

We're looking for someone friendly, adaptable, and with a keen eye for detail—someone who's passionate about creating a 5‑star environment for our residents, staff, and visitors. Ideally, you'll bring:

• Previous supervisory experience, preferably in a housekeeping or laundry setting.
• A good understanding of compliance and COSHH regulations.
• A hands‑on approach and a genuine desire to lead by example.
• Pride in maintaining high standards and a welcoming atmosphere.

Are you someone who genuinely wants to make a positive difference in people's lives? At Elizabeth House, we're looking for caring and compassionate people to join our Team. Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their family and friends at carehome.co.uk.

At Care South, we really value all our staff, whatever the role. We offer a stimulating and incredibly rewarding career. We celebrate all our staff every year through the Care South Stars Awards.

Benefits

• Online/retail discounts - Blue Light Card.
• Paid induction and training.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Free DBS check.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• NMC pin fees paid by us.
• Staff association.
• Local staff reward programme.
• Onsite learning and development team.
• Career progression.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working hours.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.

Requirements

• You must be 18 years or older.
• We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Ready to Join Us? If you're kind, caring, and ready to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of something truly special.