Housekeeper - Ferndown, Dorset

Colten Care; Ferndown; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Inductions and training

Career progression

Annual pay review

Overtime opportunities

Meals on duty

Job summary

Colten Care in Ferndown (Fernhill) is hiring a part-time Housekeeper - Laundry Assistant. You will clean communal areas and residents’ rooms, handle laundry, and contribute to a warm, home-like environment.

The role offers paid breaks, uniform, thorough induction, and opportunities for progression. 24 hours per week with weekend work; hourly pay from £13.09 to £15.41.

Qualifications

• Reliable housekeeping professional.
• Eye for detail and pride in a clean living environment.
• Commitment to resident wellbeing and health.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning across communal areas and residents’ rooms.
• Perform laundry duties as part of housekeeping.
• Support excellent service and on-the-job training.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Can-do attitude

Job description

Salary: From £13.09 up to £15.41 per hour

Working Hours: 24 hours per week, including alternate weekends (includes paid breaks)

Location: Ferndown, Dorset

Site: Fernhill

Closing Date: 03/12/2026

Housekeeper - Laundry Assistant

Introduction

We’re looking for reliable and committed housekeeping professionals to join our team and become a valued part of day-to-day life in our home, Fernhill in Ferndown, Dorset.

You’ll play an essential role in making our homes feel like home, with daily cleaning duties across all communal areas and residents’ rooms, and various laundry duties. You’ll help deliver a first-class service, taking pride in your contribution to the health and well-being of our residents, who are at the heart of all we do.

About you

You’re a team player with an enthusiasm for what you do and a can-do attitude. You’ll have a genuine passion for maintaining an exceptional living environment for residents, with an eye for detail and a sense of fun.

We’re an award-winning, family-owned, independent care home group, with an outstanding reputation in the industry. This is due to our amazing people and our focus on keeping the resident at the heart of everything we do.

We strive to be the best we can hence why all 21 of our nursing homes are rated at least good and 7 are outstanding by the CQC, our national regulator.

If a career in elderly care is for you then you want to be part of the team at Colten Care.

• Paid breaks (hourly rate)
• Uniform provided
• Excellent inductions, training and 'on the job' support
• Real career progression opportunities
• Annual pay review
• Additional hours/overtime opportunities to suit your circumstances.
• Choice of hot or cold meals and drinks on duty