Housekeeper (Lostwithiel)

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Lostwithiel; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Meadowbrook House is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our caring team. You will help maintain a warm, safe, and welcoming home by cleaning, tidying rooms, and assisting with laundry. You’ll interact with residents to support comfort and dignity in daily life.

We value kindness, reliability, and a proactive approach. The role offers permanent, full-time hours on-site with competitive pay and opportunities to grow within the team.

Qualifications

• Naturally kind, caring, and compassionate.
• 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.

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.

Skills

Kind and compassionate

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Resident communication

Experience in housekeeping (preferred)

Laundry duties

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Mops

Cleaning cloths

Job description

Location: On site / Grenville Rd, Lostwithiel PL22 0RA, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | Housekeeping
Hourly Salary range:from £ 12.80 to £ 25.60

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26 Hour Contract

Create a home that feels special every day.

At Meadowbrook House, housekeeping is about so much more than keeping things clean, it's about creating a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where our residents feel comfortable, valued, and truly at home.

We're looking for a caring and enthusiastic Housekeeper to join our friendly team. If you take pride in your work, enjoy making a positive difference, and love being part of a supportive community, we'd love to hear from you.

Every freshly made bed, sparkling room, and friendly conversation helps brighten someone's day. This is an opportunity to be part of something meaningful while working alongside a dedicated team that genuinely cares.

Why Join Us?

Reward and Recognition Schemes

Supportive and friendly team environment

Opportunities to grow and progress

Competitive pay rates and enhancements

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

Join a team and become part of a caring environment where the work you do genuinely matters.

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. All roles are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK.

We are not able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role.