Housekeeper based at The Fairways, Chippenham

Methodist Homes MHA; Langley Burrell; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday with bank holidays

Strong pension and life assurance

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling and hardship fund

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts for staff

Full induction and development

Long service awards

Job summary

The Fairways care home in Chippenham, run by MHA, is seeking a reliable Housekeeper to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents. You will support wellbeing by upholding high standards of cleanliness while respecting privacy and dignity.

Responsibilities include cleaning rooms and communal areas, assisting with laundry, and ensuring odour-free surroundings. Training and progression opportunities are available within a values-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping/cleaning is essential.
• Training in health and safety is essential.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow cleaning routines and work independently.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people.
• Flexible approach including on-call or emergency coverage.
• A QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Follow daily/weekly cleaning schedules to maintain high standards.
• Clean residents' rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, kitchens and other areas.
• Ensure home is tidy, comfortable and odour-free at all times.
• Assist with laundry tasks, including bedding.
• Safely use, store and dispose of cleaning materials per COSHH and safety rules.
• Monitor equipment and report faults or arrange repairs.
• Dispose of waste safely and appropriately.
• Respect residents' privacy and dignity at all times.
• Attend training, meetings and appraisals as required.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Health & safety training

Communication skills

Follow cleaning routines

Dignity and elder care sensitivity

Flexibility for on-call

Health & Social Care qualification (QQ

Job description

Housekeeper based at The Fairways, Chippenham

For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Service. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.

About the role

We are looking for a reliable and caring Housekeeper to join our team at MHA. This is an important role, helping to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment where residents feel comfortable, respected and at home.

As a Housekeeper, you will play a key part in supporting residents’ wellbeing by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the home, while always respecting dignity, privacy and individual needs.

What you will do

• Follow daily and weekly cleaning schedules to maintain high standards of cleanliness across the home.


• Clean residents’ rooms, communal areas, bathrooms, kitchens and other designated areas using appropriate methods and equipment.


• Ensure the home remains comfortable, tidy and odour-free at all times.


• Assist with laundry tasks, including bedding where required.


• Safely use, store and control cleaning materials in line with COSHH and health & safety requirements.


• Monitor cleaning equipment and report faults or arrange repairs as required.


• Dispose of waste safely and appropriately.


• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and choice at all times.


• Attend training, staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals as required.

About you

We are looking for someone who is dependable, organised and takes pride in their work.

You will bring:

• Previous housekeeping or cleaning experience (essential).


• Training in health and safety (essential).


• Good communication and listening skills.


• The ability to follow cleaning routines and work independently when required.


• Sensitivity to the needs of older people.


• A flexible approach to work, including covering on-call or emergency situations when needed.


• A QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

You will be joining an organisation with strong values and a commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, Housekeepers play a vital role in creating safe, clean and caring homes where residents can thrive.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)


• A strong pension scheme and life assurance


• Free DBS checks and uniforms


• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund


• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies


• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app


• A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities


• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

About the Service

The Fairways care home in Chippenham

The Fairways is a friendly and values driven home where colleagues work together to provide high quality residential and dementia care. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with colleagues supporting one another to deliver the best possible experiences for residents.

Colleagues help promote dignity, independence and wellbeing, contributing to a calm and positive environment. MHA’s charitable foundations shape a culture of kindness, teamwork and continual development.

For job seekers wanting to build a meaningful career in a supportive and people focused home, The Fairways offers opportunities to grow, develop skills and feel proud of the difference they make.

For more information about the home, please click here

Where the role requires a Standard or Enhanced DBS check, the successful candidate will be required to join and maintain membership of the DBS Update Service. MHA will pay for the DBS check and will provide an additional payment through payroll equivalent to the standard annual Update Service subscription fee. Further details will be provided during onboarding.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.