Housekeeper

Care South; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid induction and training

Employee referral bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Care South is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for St Ives House in Ringwood. You will ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents while supporting laundry tasks and complying with cleaning regulations.

We look for individuals who bring a real desire to maintain a friendly atmosphere. Enjoy benefits like competitive pay, paid training, and a contributory pension scheme. Join us and be part of a caring community!

Qualifications

• Desire to create a welcoming environment for residents and staff.
• Flexible in hours and able to work as part of a housekeeping team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and comfort for residents at St Ives House.
• Support laundry tasks including washing and ironing residents' clothing.
• Comply with cleaning policies and procedures.

Skills

Flexible working

Team player

Job description

Role: Housekeeper

Join Our Caring Community at St Ives House!

Location: St Ives House, Ashley Heath, BH24 2EE

Pay: £12.85 per hour

Hours: Full-time and part-time hours available, including alternate weekend working.

Shift Patterns: We offer flexible shift patterns, typically between 7:30am and 5:30pm. Exact start and finish times will be discussed and agreed with the Home Manager.

What you will be doing:

• Ensuring our home is kept clean, safe and comfortable throughout for our residents.
• Supporting with the cleaning of communal areas and residents’ own rooms.
• Providing some support to the laundry team to include washing, drying and ironing of residents’ clothing.
• Complying with all policies and procedures, including COSHH regulations, with regard to cleaning products and use of chemicals.
• Working as a team player to create and maintain a co‑operative, friendly and welcoming atmosphere within the home.

Who are we looking for:

Previous experience within a care home setting is not essential but we want you to come in and enjoy housekeeping.

A real desire to create a fresh and welcoming environment for residents, staff and visitors.

Flexible in the hours that you work and happy to join as part of a larger housekeeping team.

Your Rewards and Benefits

• Online/retail discounts – Blue Light Card.
• Paid induction and training.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.
• Free DBS check.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Life insurance.
• Staff association.
• Local staff reward programme.
• On‑site learning and development team.
• Career progression.
• Competitive pay rates.
• Flexible working hours.
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.

What you need to know

• You must be 18 years or older.
• We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re kind, caring and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of something truly special.