Housekeeping Assistant

SANCTUARY CARE LIMITED; High Dubmire; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CQC inspection bonus

Health and wellbeing support

Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave arrangements

Annual leave purchase scheme

Team Leader Development Programme

Flexible working options

Free meals

Exclusive retail discounts

Free uniform

Refer a Friend scheme

Job summary

Sanctuary Care Limited is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant for the Pavillion in Houghton Le Spring, Tyne & Wear. The role supports residents by ensuring bedrooms and communal areas are clean, safe and welcoming.

A caring, enthusiastic approach and good teamwork are essential as you contribute to residents' daily wellbeing. The position offers 16 hours per week at £12.71 per hour, with variety and opportunities to grow within a not-for-profit, Investors in People Platinum accredited organisation

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Housekeeping

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

• 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, All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed;
• 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
• Housekeeping Assistant Pavillion, Houghton Le Spring, North View Terrace, Chilton Moor, Tyne & Wear DH4 5NW £12.71 Per Hour 16 Hours Available 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 Pavillion in Houghton Le Spring, North View Terrace, Chilton Moor, Tyne & Wear DH4 5NW. 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 proudly Investors in People Platinum 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.
• 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
• Free meals dependant on shift duration
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
• Free uniform
• Refer a Friend scheme, rewarding you for helping great people join Sanctuary

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.

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.