Housekeeping Assistant

HC One; Bishop Auckland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Housekeeping Assistant where your role is pivotal in creating a clean and welcoming environment for residents. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the well-being of individuals in care homes. With a focus on kindness and attention to detail, you'll be responsible for maintaining high cleanliness standards while enjoying benefits like competitive pay, training, and a supportive workplace culture. If you have a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check

Free uniform and meals

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream for financial wellbeing

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service

High street discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping is preferred but not essential.
• Strong communication skills, including listening and giving instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment.
• Manage cleaning routines and ensure cleanliness.

Skills

Time Management

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Job Title: Housekeeping Assistant

At HC-One, kindness is at the heart of everything we do. Our Housekeeping Assistants play a vital role in maintaining a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment across our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist Care homes. Every team member understands that our Residents are individuals with their own stories, and by joining HC-One, you'll have a meaningful opportunity to give back.

Your responsibilities will include keeping the home clean and hygienic, managing cleaning routines, and ensuring the environment reflects your attention to detail and kindness. Whether you're leading the cleaning schedule or hands-on with tasks, your positive attitude and considerate approach are key.

Candidate Requirements

1. Experience in housekeeping is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided.
2. Excellent time management and organisational skills.
3. Positive energy and ability to get along with residents and colleagues.
4. Strong communication skills, including listening and giving instructions.
5. Ability to recognise signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know the appropriate actions to take, including attending safeguarding training.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate, subject to experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG check.
• Free uniform and nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more.
• Company pension scheme.
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays.
• Group life assurance cover.
• Wagestream for financial wellbeing and flexible pay access.
• Learning and development opportunities, including qualifications.
• GP online service for you and your children under 16.
• Access to over 1600 high street discounts.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support.
• Recognition schemes such as 'Kindness in Care' and Long Service Awards.
• Refer-a-friend scheme up to £1000 per successful referral.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and aim for a swift onboarding process to get you started as quickly as possible.