Head of Housekeeping: Lead a Caring Team & Set Standards

Barchester Healthcare; Banbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development

Wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee of the Month awards

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home leads a team of housekeeping staff, taking a hands-on approach to daily cleaning and room maintenance to uphold high standards. You will lead by example, ensuring every room and living space is kept to the highest quality, with meticulous attention to detail.

You will motivate your team, demonstrate best practice, and communicate effectively with residents and staff to maintain a warm, homely environment for all.

Qualifications

• Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team and participate in daily cleaning of the home.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of housekeeping staff and participate in day-to-day cleaning.
• Maintain high standards across all rooms and living spaces.
• Motivate and inspire team to perform at their best.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team motivation

Job description

Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home leads a team of housekeeping staff, taking a hands-on approach to daily cleaning and room maintenance to uphold high standards. You will lead by example, ensuring every room and living space is kept to the highest quality, with meticulous attention to detail.

You will motivate your team, demonstrate best practice, and communicate effectively with residents and staff to maintain a warm, homely environment for all.