Housekeeper - Afternoons

Cedars Care Home; Leeds; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Supportive environment

Training & development

Meaningful work

Job summary

The Cedars Care Home in Leeds is seeking a part-time Housekeeper & Laundry Assistant for afternoon shifts. You will help maintain a clean, comfortable and welcoming environment for residents, manage laundry operations, and support mealtime service with a caring and professional approach.

Based at The Cedars Care Home, Church Side, Methley, Leeds, LS26 9BH, hours discussed at interview. Occasional weekend shifts may be required to cover holidays or sickness in our friendly, supportive team.

Qualifications

• Caring, reliable, proactive and positive approach.
• Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• Confidence using laundry equipment (training provided).
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends.

Responsibilities

• General Cleaning: vacuuming, dusting, mopping, bathrooms and communal areas.
• Bedroom Preparation: bed changing, linen refresh, tidy and safe rooms.
• Laundry Operations: washing, drying, ironing, sorting and returning clothes/linens.
• Mealtime Support: assist catering team to serve meals with respectful support.
• Health & Safety: follow infection control procedures and report safety concerns.

Skills

Caring

Attention to detail

Team player

Independent worker

Laundry equipment

Job description

Job DescriptionHousekeeper - Afternoons Role OverviewAs a Housekeeper & Laundry Assistant at The Cedars Care Home, you'll help create a clean, comfortable and welcoming environment for our residents. Working part-time in the afternoons, you'll play a vital part in maintaining high standards of hygiene, supporting daily living, and ensuring our laundry service runs smoothly. Occasional weekend shifts may be required to cover holidays or sickness.

Key Responsibilities

• General Cleaning - Vacuuming, dusting, mopping, bathroom cleaning, and maintaining communal areas and resident rooms to a high standard.
• Bedroom Preparation - Bed changing, linen refresh, and ensuring rooms remain tidy, safe and comfortable.
• Laundry Operations - Using washing machines, tumble dryers and irons; sorting, washing and returning clothing and linen promptly and accurately.
• Mealtime Support - Occasionally assisting the catering team to serve meals, ensuring residents receive friendly, respectful support. Team Collaboration - Working closely with colleagues to maintain a smooth-running home and responding to resident needs with kindness and professionalism.
• Health & Safety - Following infection control procedures, safe use of cleaning products, and reporting any maintenance or safety concerns.

What You Bring

• A caring, reliable, pro-active and positive approach
• Good attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team
• Confidence using laundry equipment (training provided if needed)
• Flexibility to work occasional weekends

What We Offer

• A professional work uniform
• A friendly, supportive working environment
• Training and development opportunities
• The chance to make a meaningful difference every day
• A role where your contribution directly enhances residents' comfort and wellbeing

About the role

Based at The Cedars Care Home, Church Side, Methley, Leeds, LS26 9BH Hours to be discussed at Interview

About the company

We are one of Leeds' most respected health and social care providers, with a proven track record in providing award-winning care and support to older people in Leeds locations including Headingley, Methley, Beeston and Roundhay. Our network of care homes and independent living apartments is small enough to provide quality and individual care, but large enough to provide care services that are right for you, even if your circumstances change.We passionately believe that happiness is just as important as health and that quality care should always go hand in hand with quality of life, and do all we can to make you and your loved ones feel at ease from day one.

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