Head of Housekeeping - Hands-on Care Home Leader

Barchester Healthcare Limited; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training & development

Wellbeing tools access

Retail discounts

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Employee recognition awards

Long service awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Head of Housekeeping for a care home in Northallerton. You will lead a team of housekeeping staff, actively participate in daily cleaning, and ensure every room and living space meets the highest standards.

You will set the example and motivate the team to perform at their best, contributing to a warm, homely care environment. The role requires attention to detail and strong communication to interact with staff, residents, and relatives, ensuring quality care

Qualifications

• Experience leading housekeeping in care home, hospital or hotel environments preferred.
• Proven ability to motivate and inspire a team and participate in day-to-day cleaning.
• Caring nature with good communication skills when interacting with staff, residents and relatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of housekeeping staff and participate in daily cleaning duties.
• Maintain rooms and living spaces to the highest standards.
• Set an example and ensure high standards are upheld consistently across the team.
• Motivate, coach and supervise staff to deliver quality care environment.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Attention to detail

Communication

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Head of Housekeeping for a care home in Northallerton. You will lead a team of housekeeping staff, actively participate in daily cleaning, and ensure every room and living space meets the highest standards.

You will set the example and motivate the team to perform at their best, contributing to a warm, homely care environment. The role requires attention to detail and strong communication to interact with staff, residents, and relatives, ensuring quality care