Housekeeper

Avon Search & Selection; Kilgetty; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal on shift

On-site parking

DBS paid by the company

Training and support provided

Friendly and supportive environment

Job summary

Avon Search & Selection is seeking a part-time Housekeeper for a Luxury Retirement Home in Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire. The role focuses on maintaining high cleanliness standards, supporting residents and staff, and contributing to a warm, homely environment.

The role requires commitment to safe cleaning practices, infection control, and working as part of a close-knit team. Local travel is preferred, with DBS and full training provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping or cleaning is desirable (training can be provided).
• A genuine interest in working with older people.
• Good communication skills.
• High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Reliable, organised and proactive approach.
• Caring, friendly and respectful attitude.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily cleaning tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the residential home.
• Clean residents' rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, corridors and other areas as required.
• Follow daily and weekly cleaning schedules.
• Ensure all cleaning is carried out safely and in accordance with relevant hygiene procedures.
• Maintain a clean, tidy and welcoming environment for residents.
• Replenish cleaning and household supplies as required.
• Report any maintenance issues, damage or health and safety concerns promptly.
• Follow infection control, COSHH and health and safety procedures.
• Work closely with care staff and the wider team to ensure residents' needs are met.
• Respect residents' privacy, dignity and personal belongings at all times.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Reliability

Independent working

Job description

Housekeeper – Luxury Retirement Home – Part Time – AV2041B

Location: Kilgetty, Pembrokeshire
Pay Rate: £13.45 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a Housekeeper to join a friendly and supportive residential care environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and enjoys working as part of a close-knit team supporting older adults.

Established in the 1980s, this friendly and welcoming service has grown from a small home supporting just a handful of residents into a respected care provider supporting up to 21 residents within a comfortable and homely environment. The service prides itself on delivering high-quality, person-centred care while maintaining a warm family atmosphere for both residents and staff.

This role is based within a care setting, so we are ideally looking for candidates who live locally and can reliably travel to and from work each day.

The Role

As Housekeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents, visitors and staff. You will play an important role in ensuring the home is maintained to a high standard at all times.

Main Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the residential home
• Clean residents' rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, corridors and other areas as required
• Follow daily and weekly cleaning schedules
• Ensure all cleaning is carried out safely and in accordance with relevant hygiene procedures
• Maintain a clean, tidy and welcoming environment for residents
• Replenish cleaning and household supplies as required
• Report any maintenance issues, damage or health and safety concerns promptly
• Follow infection control, COSHH and health and safety procedures
• Work closely with care staff and the wider team to ensure residents' needs are met
• Respect residents' privacy, dignity and personal belongings at all times

About You

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is desirable (training can be provided)
• A genuine interest in working with older people
• Good communication skills
• High standards of cleanliness and attention to detail
• Ability to work well within a team
• Reliable, organised and proactive approach
• Caring, friendly and respectful attitude
• Ability to work independently and manage daily cleaning tasks effectively

Benefits

• £13.45 per hour
• Meal provided on shift
• On-site parking available
• DBS check paid for by the company
• Full training and support provided
• Friendly and supportive working environment