Housekeeping Assistant

Care Concern Group; Clayton Brook; On-site; GBP 17,826,000 - 18,487,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

6 weeks annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Meal during shifts

GP Online for dependants

Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development

Career progression

Refer a Friend scheme

Job summary

Meadow Bank Care Home, part of Care Concern Group, seeks a Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment and support laundry duties. You will clean rooms and communal areas, label clothing and follow infection control procedures to ensure residents’ comfort and dignity.

The role is part-time with 18.5 hours per week, paying £13.45–£13.95 per hour, with DBS paid, pension, uniform provided, and generous leave and benefits.

Qualifications

• A positive and reliable approach.
• Good attention to detail and organisation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial.
• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to high hygiene standards.
• Support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing.
• Label items clearly and handle with care; follow infection control and safety procedures.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Infection control knowledge

Experience not required

Job description

As Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment while also supporting laundry services. This is a varied, hands on role where your attention to detail and high standards will directly impact comfort, dignity and daily wellbeing. You will be responsible for cleaning residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, ensuring all spaces are maintained to a high standard of hygiene and presentation. Alongside this, you will support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing correctly, ensuring all items are clearly labelled and handled with care. Working closely with the wider team, you will follow infection control, health and safety and housekeeping procedures, ensuring all tasks are carried out safely and efficiently. Your role will contribute to a well organised and comfortable environment where individuals feel respected and supported.

• A positive and reliable approach
• Good attention to detail and organisation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial
• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential
• Meadow Bank Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.
• £13.45- £13.95 per hour
• Contracted to 18.5 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract), Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role