Housekeeping Assistant

Sanctuary Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave pro rata

Sick pay

Pension

Inspection bonus

Health & wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave

Training & development

Flexible working

Exclusive discounts

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Sanctuary Care’s Laurels Residential and Nursing Home in Spondon, Derby is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant. You will maintain high standards of cleanliness in bedrooms and communal areas, supporting residents’ daily wellbeing in a welcoming environment.

Join a team that values care, dignity, and respect for residents. The role offers part-time hours and industry-leading benefits as part of Sanctuary Care’s supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork and communication skills essential.
• Flexible approach and willingness to support colleagues.
• Caring, enthusiastic and kind approach with genuine interest in older people.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality housekeeping service that helps residents feel comfortable in their home.
• Keep bedrooms, communal areas and facilities clean, safe and welcoming.
• Work closely with colleagues to support residents’ daily wellbeing.
• Use care and attention to detail to make a positive difference to residents’ lives.
• Contribute to a supportive, friendly team environment.
• A caring, enthusiastic and kind approach with a genuine interest in older people.
• Good teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues.
• Clear communication skills and a flexible approach to your work.
• Energy and commitment to making a positive impact each day.
• A focus on treating everyone with dignity and respect.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Empathy

Dignity & Respect

Job description

Department: Health and Social Care (Domestic and Housekeeping

Operation: Sanctuary Care

Requisition: 229882

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

The Laurels Residential and Nursing Home, Spondon, Derby - Nottingham Road, DE21 7NG

£12.71 per hour

24 hours per week

Where purpose meets possibility

We believe creating a welcoming, comfortable home is just as important as the care we provide, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Housekeeping Assistant to our friendly team at The Laurels Residential and Nursing Home in Spondon, Derby - Nottingham Road, DE21 7NG. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.

We're proudlyInvestors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.

When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

Your role

• Provide a high-quality housekeeping service that helps residents feel comfortable in their home
• Keep bedrooms, communal areas and facilities clean, safe and welcoming
• Work closely with colleagues to support residents’ daily wellbeing
• Use care and attention to detail to make a positive difference to residents’ lives
• Contribute to a supportive, friendly team environment
• A caring, enthusiastic and kind approach with a genuine interest in older people
• Good teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues
• Clear communication skills and a flexible approach to your work
• Energy and commitment to making a positive impact each day
• A focus on treating everyone with dignity and respect

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

• CQC inspection bonus
• Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Exclusive retail discounts , Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.
• All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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