Housekeeping Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to ensure a clean and welcoming environment in care homes. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, strong organizational skills, and be ready to provide compassionate care. This role offers comprehensive training and various benefits to support well-being and career growth.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores

Confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £1000

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role preferred.
• Ability to manage cleaning rota and tasks.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
• Manage cleaning rota and perform cleaning tasks actively.
• Attend safeguarding training and report concerns.

Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Kindness

Job description

About The Role

In your role as a Housekeeping Assistant at HC One, kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every person working here understands that our residents are individuals with their own stories. By joining HC-One, you’ll have a wonderful opportunity to give back to those people.

Your responsibilities as a Housekeeping Assistant will include maintaining a clean, hygienic, safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment. Your attention to detail will be evident in the environment you help create. Whether managing the cleaning rota or actively participating in cleaning tasks, you will do so with kindness and professionalism.

HC-One is looking for a Housekeeping Assistant with experience, although we will provide comprehensive training. You should have excellent time management and organizational skills. A positive attitude, energy, and the ability to get along with people are essential. You should be a good communicator, attentive, and considerate when interacting with residents and colleagues.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know the appropriate actions to take. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and to undertake additional training as needed. You should be able to seek advice and report concerns, escalating issues if necessary.

We will provide full training, offering you an excellent opportunity to learn new skills. In return, you will enjoy a variety of benefits supporting your well-being and career development, including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance
• Wagestream – flexible pay access and financial wellbeing support
• Learning and development opportunities, including qualifications
• GP online service for 24/7 virtual consultations
• Learning from experienced colleagues in a supportive team
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support
• Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £1000 per successful referral

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve.

We aim to provide a seamless onboarding process, from offer to your first day, ensuring you have a positive start at HC-One.