Housekeeper (Lostwithiel)

CORNWALLIS CARE SERVICES LTD.; Lostwithiel; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated care service provider is seeking a Housekeeper to join their team in Lostwithiel. This role is essential for maintaining a clean and comforting environment for residents, enabling them to live full and healthy lives. Responsibilities include dusting, laundry duties, and interacting positively with residents. The ideal candidate will be naturally caring, detail-oriented, and motivated. Pay ranges from £12.21 per hour to £24.42 per hour during holidays.

Benefits

£500 refer a friend scheme

Reward and recognition schemes

Supportive team environment

Uniform, training, and DBS provided

Enhanced pay for weekends and bank holidays

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Dust and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Clean and sanitise bathrooms, sinks, and countertops.
• Make beds and change linens.
• Monitor and order cleaning supplies as required.
• Interact positively with residents.

Skills

Kindness and compassion

Attention to detail

Independence

Effective communication

Experience in housekeeping

Job description

Housekeeper

Meadowbrook House

Full-time Contract

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 promptly
• Assisting 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

Payrates

• £12.21 per hour
• £15.26 per hour (Weekends)
• £24.42 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.