Housekeeper

Northcare; Newton Mearns; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Learning and development

Pension scheme

Wellbeing programme

Staff discounts app

Refer a Friend rewards

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Northcare’s Balmoral by Northcare in Giffnock is hiring a reliable Housekeeper. This full-time or part-time role focuses on keeping resident rooms, communal areas and bathrooms clean, safe and welcoming.

You will perform laundry duties, follow infection control procedures, and work closely with colleagues to maintain high standards of cleanliness and resident comfort. Right to work in the UK is required; PVG check will apply.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.
• Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Friendly, dependable, and compassionate approach.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Right to work in the UK – Northcare is unable to sponsor employment of international workers.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain residents' rooms, communal areas, and bathrooms.
• Carry out laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing, and storing clothing and linen.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and report maintenance issues as required.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure high standards of cleanliness and comfort throughout the home.
• Treat residents with dignity, respect, and kindness.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Attention to detail

Independence and teamwork

Compassionate attitude

Health and safety

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Care Home Housekeeper
Location: Balmoral by Northcare in Giffnock
Hours: Full-time & Part-time options available.
Salary: £13.45 per hour

We are looking for a reliable and caring Housekeeper to join our friendly and supportive team in Balmoral by Northcare in Giffnock. The successful candidate will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain residents' rooms, communal areas, and bathrooms.
• Carry out laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing, and storing clothing and linen.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and report maintenance issues as required.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure high standards of cleanliness and comfort throughout the home.
• Treat residents with dignity, respect, and kindness.

What We're Looking For

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.
• Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Friendly, dependable, and compassionate approach.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Right to work in the UK – please note Northcare is unable to sponsor employment of international workers

What We Offer

• Competitive Rates of pay.
• Paid training and extensive orientation programme.
• Ongoing Learnsing and development opportunities
• Supportive working environment.
• Pension Scheme Options.
• Sector leading staff wellbeing programme
• Access to Staff Benefits App with retail discounts, 24 hour support line and GP appointments
• Refer a Friend Scheme with rewards
• Free on site parking

If you take pride in creating a clean and comfortable environment and enjoy making a positive difference in people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our residents. Successful applicants will be subject to references and a full PVG check