Housekeeper

Evermore Care Homes; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Refer a Friend bonus

Health Cash Plan

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card

Free DBS checks

On-site parking

Lunch provided

Job summary

Evermore Care Homes in Lancaster is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to maintain high standards of cleanliness across Ashton Manor. You will ensure every area is kept immaculate, stock levels are maintained, and issues are reported to the Head Housekeeper.

The role requires attention to detail and adherence to schedules, with a 29.75 hour week and a Monday-Sunday rota on a two-week cycle. The position offers a supportive team, annual leave, pension, and DBS checks where applicable, plus on-site

Qualifications

• Experience working in a care home environment.
• Understanding of supervision and rota planning.
• Experience ordering stock and conducting stock checks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all areas are cleaned to a high standard per guidelines and schedules.
• Ensure adequate housekeeping items are available and report shortages.
• Identify and report damages or faults to Head Housekeeper and maintenance.

Skills

Care home experience

Rota supervision

Stock management

Job description

Location: Ashton Manor, Scotforth Road, Lancaster

Hourly Pay: £13.45 per hour with overtime paid at £14.95 per hour

Hours: Full Time 8am - 5pm, Days Only (29.75 hours per week). Working on a 2-week rolling rota.

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Do you want to work within a luxury care provider? Evermore Care are currently looking for passionate and dedicated Housekeeper to join our beautiful care home, Ashton Manor in Lancaster.

We are looking for a dedicated housekeeper who wants to ensure that the health and safety of the staff and residents are at the forefront of every decision made. We are looking for someone who has an exceptional eye for detail and a high standard when it comes to keeping the service clean as well as adhering to guidelines and schedules.

We are looking for a practical person, who can think on their feet and respond quickly, keeping the residents rooms, communal areas including the office, dining rooms and hallways clean, tidy and in a good condition!

The Best Bits

• Annual leave starts at the statutory minimum, with extra days rewarded at 2 and 5 years’ service
• Refer a Friend scheme - earn up to £500 per referral
• Health Cash Plan - covers dental, optical, virtual GP, counselling, and includes discounted gym membership
• Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free Blue Light Card membership
• Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)

Experience

• Knowledge and experience of working within a care home
• Understanding of supervisions and creating rotas, as well a knowledge of managing and running a team
• Experience in ordering stock as well carrying out monthly stock checks

Main Responsibilities

• To ensure that all areas are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with specific cleaning guidelines and schedules and that they effectively meet the service needs
• To check all areas of the service are supplied with adequate housekeeping items and inform the Head Housekeeper of any shortages
• To identity and report damages, faults, and other related issues to the Head Housekeeper and maintenance department

Our Core Benefits

• Supportive and friendly team environment with ongoing training and development
• Workplace pension scheme
• Free Blue Light Card membership
• Free enhanced DBS checks, on-site parking, and lunch (for site-based roles)

About Us

At Evermore Care, we believe in delivering meaningful person-centered care to our residents, while ensuring our team are offered ongoing opportunities for professional and personal development. We ensure that Evermore Cares vision and values: Wellbeing, Respect, Community and Freedom are implemented in every decision made within the service.

In 2021 Evermore Care was awarded the TOP 20 AWARD by carehome.co.uk and has a CQC RATING OF GOOD

About Ashton Manor

Ashton Manor is a luxurious, 67-bedded care home offering exceptional personal, dementia, and respite care across three floors. It features high-quality furnishings, video calling facilities, and amenities such as a beauty salon, cinema room, and a variety of activities that enrich residents' lives.

Evermore Care Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and empower each individual, supporting the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and provide support during our recruitment process to help each applicant perform at their best.