Housekeeper

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Penzance; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Reward and Recognition Schemes

Supportive and friendly team

Opportunities to grow and progress

Competitive pay rates and enhancements

Job summary

Frances Bolitho Care Home in Penzance is seeking a friendly, reliable Housekeeper to join our dedicated domestic team. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and homely environment for residents, with duties including cleaning, laundry, and ensuring bathrooms and common areas are well cared for.

You will build meaningful relationships with residents, chat with them, and contribute to a warm, welcoming atmosphere while upholding high cleanliness standards across the home.

Qualifications

• A naturally kind, caring and compassionate approach.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently.
• Comfortable communicating with residents, colleagues and visitors.
• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures and fittings.
• Cleaning and sanitising bathrooms, sinks and countertops.
• Making beds and changing bed linen.
• Using cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, mops and cloths safely and effectively.
• Keeping bathrooms stocked with toiletries and fresh towels.
• Cleaning mirrors, glass surfaces and communal areas.
• Tidying and refreshing residents’ rooms.
• Assisting with laundry duties and maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the home.
• Monitoring cleaning supplies and reporting when stock needs replenishing.
• Reporting any repairs, maintenance or environmental concerns promptly.
• Working alongside colleagues to maintain a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment.
• Interacting positively with residents, taking time for conversations, offering a friendly smile.

Skills

Kindness

Attention to detail

Independent

Communication

Willingness to learn

Housekeeping experience

Job description

Location: On site / Penzance TR18 4JR, UK
job type: Permanent / Part-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Housekeeping
Hourly Salary range:from £ 12.80 to £ 25.60

Frances Bolitho Care Home

28 hour contract

Do you take pride in creating clean, welcoming spaces and enjoy making a difference to the lives of others?

We’re looking for a friendly, caring and reliable Housekeeper to join our dedicated domestic team at Frances Bolitho Care Home in Penzance, a welcoming 45-bed residential care home where our residents are at the heart of everything we do.

As a Housekeeper, you’ll play an important role in creating a clean, safe, comfortable and homely environment for our residents. You’ll take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the home, while working with care, kindness and respect.

But this role is about more than keeping rooms and communal areas clean. At Frances Bolitho, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with our residents, enjoy friendly conversations, offer a smile and help make their day that little bit brighter.

Why Join Us?

• Reward and Recognition Schemes
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities to grow and progress
• Competitive pay rates and enhancements

Job Purpose

The role of the Housekeeper is essential in helping our residents live full, happy and healthy lives. You’ll take pride in maintaining a clean, hygienic and welcoming home environment that contributes to our residents’ comfort, dignity, wellbeing and quality of life.

Your attention to detail and caring approach will help ensure Frances Bolitho remains a place where residents feel safe, comfortable and truly at home.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Dusting and polishing furniture, fixtures and fittings
• Cleaning and sanitising bathrooms, sinks and countertops
• Making beds and changing bed linen
• Using cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, mops and cloths safely and effectively
• Keeping bathrooms stocked with toiletries and fresh towels
• Cleaning mirrors, glass surfaces and communal areas
• Tidying and refreshing residents’ rooms
• Assisting with laundry duties and maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the home
• Monitoring cleaning supplies and reporting when stock needs replenishing
• Reporting any repairs, maintenance or environmental concerns promptly
• Working alongside colleagues to maintain a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment
• Interacting positively with residents, taking time for conversations, offering a friendly smile and helping to create a genuine sense of home

What We’re Looking For

• A naturally kind, caring and compassionate approach
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently
• Comfortable communicating with residents, colleagues and visitors
• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience is desirable but not essential
• Willingness to work across both cleaning and laundry duties
• A genuine desire to help residents feel comfortable, safe, respected and cared for

Pay Scale – No Qualifications Required

• £12.80 per hour – Standard Rate
• £25.60 per hour – Bank Holiday Rate

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. All roles are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.

We are not able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role.

We welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on Student or Graduate visas. Where applicable, we can offer contracts of up to 20 hours per week, in line with the conditions of your visa.