Head of Housekeeping – Care Home Leadership & Safety

Care Dorset Ltd; Willesden; Remote; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 27-32 days

Maternity pay

Sick pay from day one

Blue Light discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Training & development

Litmos learning platform

Refer a Friend Bonus

Annual awards ceremony

Job summary

Care Dorset Ltd is seeking a Head of Housekeeping to oversee all housekeeping and cleaning services within the home, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and health and safety. You will manage a team, implement cleaning protocols, and work closely with the care team to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for people we support and colleagues.

Applicants should have proven experience in a housekeeping management role, strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience in housekeeping management, preferably in care or healthcare.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety and infection control regulations.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and delegate tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee housekeeping and cleaning across the home.
• Lead staff team, implement protocols, and coordinate with care team.

Skills

Housekeeping leadership

Team management

Health & Safety

Organisational skills

Communication

Independent & team work

Budgeting & inventory

Vulnerable care empathy

Job description

Care Dorset Ltd is seeking a Head of Housekeeping to oversee all housekeeping and cleaning services within the home, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and health and safety. You will manage a team, implement cleaning protocols, and work closely with the care team to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for people we support and colleagues.

Applicants should have proven experience in a housekeeping management role, strong knowledge of health and safety regulations, and