Housekeeper

Avon Search; Fareham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12.71 per hour

Full-time employment

Grade II listed Georgian home

Welcoming working environment

Make a positive difference

Job summary

Avon Search in Fareham, England, is recruiting a dedicated Housekeeper for a beautiful Grade II listed Georgian home. You will keep bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas clean, tidy, and hygienic, supporting residents' comfort and wellbeing.

We offer full-time hours, a supportive team and the chance to make a real difference in residents' daily lives, with pay at £12.71 per hour and a welcoming working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience, preferably in a care home or similar setting.
• Good understanding of cleaning standards and hygiene practices.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A caring, respectful, and approachable manner.
• A flexible and positive attitude.
• A commitment to maintaining a safe and hygienic environment for residents.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning residents’ bedrooms, bathrooms, communal areas, and other facilities.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the home.
• Changing bed linen and ensuring bedrooms are clean, fresh, and comfortable.
• Keeping communal spaces tidy and welcoming.
• Following infection prevention and control procedures.
• Using cleaning products and equipment safely and correctly.
• Reporting maintenance issues, damage, or health and safety concerns.
• Respecting residents’ privacy, dignity, and personal belongings.
• Working collaboratively with the wider team to maintain a homely environment.
• Helping create a pleasant atmosphere where residents feel comfortable and valued.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Independence

Job description

Set within three acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, this welcoming residential care home is housed in a stunning Grade II listed Georgian property, offering a peaceful and attractive setting for older people.

The home features 26 individually decorated bedrooms, furnished to a high standard in a charming country-living style. Privately owned, the service provides a warm, comfortable, and caring environment where residents can enjoy a happy and fulfilling new chapter in their lives.

With a maximum capacity of 34 residents, the home prides itself on creating a close-knit, family-oriented atmosphere where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. The care philosophy centres on compassion, family values, and creating a genuine sense of belonging.

The beautiful gardens and homely surroundings provide an ideal setting for residents to relax, socialise, and enjoy their day-to-day lives while maintaining their independence and individuality.

The Role

As a Housekeeper, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, tidy, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and colleagues. You will help ensure the home remains comfortable and hygienic, supporting residents’ wellbeing and quality of life.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Cleaning residents’ bedrooms, bathrooms, communal areas, and other facilities.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the home.
• Changing bed linen and ensuring bedrooms are clean, fresh, and comfortable.
• Keeping communal spaces tidy and welcoming.
• Following infection prevention and control procedures.
• Using cleaning products and equipment safely and correctly.
• Reporting maintenance issues, damage, or health and safety concerns.
• Respecting residents’ privacy, dignity, and personal belongings.
• Working collaboratively with the wider team to maintain a homely environment.
• Helping create a pleasant atmosphere where residents feel comfortable and valued.

About You

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking, and conscientious individual who takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and presentation.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience, preferably in a care home or similar setting.
• A good understanding of cleaning standards and hygiene practices.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A caring, respectful, and approachable manner.
• A flexible and positive attitude.
• A commitment to maintaining a safe and hygienic environment for residents.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach.

Benefits & Perks

• £12.71 per hour
• Full-time employment.
• The opportunity to work in a beautiful Grade II listed Georgian home.
• A welcoming and supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to make a positive difference to residents’ daily lives.
• The satisfaction of helping maintain a comfortable, clean, and homely environment.