Housekeeper

CORNWALLIS CARE SERVICES LTD.; Tywardreath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend bonus

Reward and recognition schemes

Uniform provided

Parking provided

DBS provided

Weekend enhancements

Bank holiday enhancements

Job summary

Trecarrel Care Home in Tywardreath, Cornwall is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our domestic team on a full-time basis. You will maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment, interact positively with residents, and contribute to their comfort and wellbeing.

The role offers a supportive team, uniform, parking, and DBS provision, with enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays. Experience is preferred but not essential, and you will help care for residents with kindness and

Qualifications

• Kind, caring and compassionate approach to residents.
• Strong attention to detail and a pride in presentation and cleanliness.
• Able to work independently and manage tasks efficiently.
• Good communication with residents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Dust, clean and sanitise rooms, bathrooms and living areas.
• Make beds and change linens; tidy and refresh rooms.
• Ensure supplies are stocked and report repairs.
• Assist with laundry duties and maintain hygiene standards.
• Provide a friendly, supportive presence to residents.

Skills

Kind & compassionate

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication

Education

Experience in housekeeping preferred

Tools

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Job description

Trecarrel Care Home,

Tywardreath, Cornwall

Full-Time

10am - 6pm

Housekeeper - Making a Difference, One Room at a Time

Are you a kind and compassionate person with a passion for keeping spaces clean, safe, and welcoming? Would you love to play a vital role in improving the daily lives of others?

We'd love to hear from you!

we're looking to recruit a friendly and enthusiastic Housekeeper to join our dedicated domestic team. You'll help create a warm and comfortable environment for our residents by maintaining the home to the highest standards of cleanliness, all while bringing a caring, person-centred approach to your work.

This isn't just cleaning - it's a chance to brighten someone's day through meaningful interactions and thoughtful support.

• £500 refer a friend scheme
• Reward and recognition Schemes
• Supportive team environment
• Uniform, parking, training and DBS provided
• Enhancements paid for weekend - (time and a quarter)
• Enhancements paid for bank holidays - (double time)

Job Purpose

The role of the Housekeeper is essential to helping our residents live full, happy, and healthy lives. You'll take pride in delivering a spotless and hygienic home environment that contributes to their comfort, dignity, and wellbeing.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures
• Cleaning and sanitising bathrooms, sinks, and countertops
• Making beds and changing linens
• Using cleaning tools such as vacuums, mops, and cloths effectively
• Keeping bathrooms stocked with toiletries and fresh towels
• Cleaning mirrors, glass surfaces, and communal areas
• Tidying and refreshing residents' rooms
• Monitoring and ordering cleaning supplies as required
• Reporting repairs or maintenance issues promptlyAssisting in laundry duties and ensuring cleanliness throughout the home
• Interacting positively with residents - joining conversations, offering a smile, and contributing to their sense of home

Requirements

• Naturally kind, caring, and compassionate
• Highly motivated with great attention to detail
• Able to work independently and manage tasks efficiently
• Comfortable communicating with residents and colleagues
• Experience in housekeeping or cleaning preferred, but not essential
• Willingness to work in both cleaning and laundry areas of the home
• Passionate about making residents feel comfortable, safe, and cared for

Payrate

• £12.80 per hour
• £16.00 per hour (Weekends)
• £25.60 per hour (Bank Holidays)

If you take pride in your work, enjoy helping others, and want to be part of a supportive, caring team, we'd love to welcome you on board.