Housekeeping Assistant

HC One; Oldham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to help create a clean and welcoming home for residents. Key responsibilities include cleaning living spaces, following hygiene procedures, and supporting the team. Ideal candidates should have a positive attitude and attention to detail. Full training will be provided, making it a great opportunity to start in the care sector. The role offers various rewards and benefits, including a company pension plan and ample annual leave.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

GP online service

Colleague discounts

Qualifications

• Some housekeeping experience is helpful, but full training is provided.
• Ability to recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect.
• Strong time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas.
• Following cleaning schedules and tasks set by the team lead.
• Supporting infection control and safety standards.
• Helping with laundry and linen care.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Job description

Position Overview

Please note: This role is for 30 hours per week.

As a Housekeeping Assistant at HC-One, kindness will be at the heart of everything you do. It's what shapes our care across Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist homes. Our Residents are people with rich lives and personal stories. By joining HC-One, you'll help give something back – through care, respect, and attention to detail.

You will help create a clean, safe, and welcoming home. Your work will make a real difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas
• Following cleaning schedules and tasks set by the team lead
• Using products safely and following hygiene procedures
• Supporting infection control and safety standards
• Helping with laundry and linen care
• Reporting any issues or repairs as needed

You’ll take pride in your work and keep everything spotless. Whether you're ticking off tasks or jumping in to lend a hand, you'll do it with care and compassion.

Some housekeeping experience is helpful, but full training is provided. You’ll need to be organised, manage your time well, and work with attention to detail. Most of all, you’ll bring a positive attitude and be kind and respectful in every conversation – with Residents, visitors, and your team.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. You must be able to recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word – it’s a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.

To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings and nurtures five key qualities – what we call Kindness the HC-One Way:

• We are curious – asking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionate – walking in the shoes of others.
• We are creative – finding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageous – supporting residents to live the life they choose.
• We are dependable – people can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.

We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, we’re looking for team members who are comfortable with technology – or open to learning. You’ll be supported every step of the way.

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growth‑opening up opportunities at regional and national levels.

Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time‑limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.

Rewards & Benefits

We’ll provide full training, so it’s a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well‑being and throughout your career as a Housekeeping Assistant we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications.
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream – financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications.
• GP online – a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app – available to you and your children under 16
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
• Colleague discounts – Access to over 1600 high‑street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Wellbeing – free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7/365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues.
• Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care® and Long Service Awards
• An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1,000 per referral, depending on the role