Housekeeper

Abbeyfield; Southampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Housekeepers to join their team at a beautiful residential care home. In this vital role, you will ensure a clean and welcoming environment for residents, contributing to their comfort and wellbeing. Your responsibilities will include maintaining cleanliness in living areas, following hygiene protocols, and supporting the overall care experience. This position offers a competitive hourly rate, generous benefits, and opportunities for career development. If you have a passion for cleanliness and care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive pay

Generous annual leave allowance

Refer a friend scheme

Life Assurance

Free onsite parking

Pay progression

Learning and career development

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• High standards of cleanliness and tidiness are essential.
• No prior experience required; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in residents' rooms and communal areas.
• Follow cleaning schedules set by management.
• Ensure hygienic practices to protect residents.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Speedwell Court is a beautiful, purpose built home that provides an exclusive setting and high quality residential and Dementia care to its elderly residents. Staff are committed to looking after the health and wellbeing of residents. This includes providing a range of activities to get involved with, serving delicious, nutritious meals and helping them to enjoy their lives to fullest.

The Role:

This role is for 40 hours per week. This will include alternate weekend shifts.

As one of our valued Housekeepers, you’re at the front line of care. We’re passionate about creating a lovely environment for our residents to enjoy. So you’ll help us keep our home clean and tidy for our residents and welcome our many visitors.

Every resident should enjoy a tidy and well maintained environment and clean laundry. Your role is key to this.

As a Housekeeper at Speedwell Court, you will work within the cleaning and housekeeping schedules as set by the Home Manager or Housekeeping Manager. This varied role may include cleaning of the residents’ bedrooms, self-contained flats, the communal areas and offices. By keeping all kitchen and store areas clean, and following all hygienic practices you help protect our residents and keep them safe.

Starting hourly rate: £12.21.

At Speedwell Court, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our benefits include:

• Competitive pay
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme
• Life Assurance
• Free onsite parking
• Pay progression within role
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Medical cashback scheme allowing costs of medical expenses (dental, opticians and much more) to be claimed back
• Opportunity to obtain a 'Blue Light Card', offering discounts in various locations.

About You:

Do you have high standards and like things to be neat and tidy? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Speedwell Court! Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking for a new career, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of Housekeepers.

Don’t worry if you have no experience - we’ll provide you with all the training you need. Either way we would love to hear from you!