Housekeeping Assistant

Appleton Manor Care Home; Stockport; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - earned pay access

Meal during shifts

Job summary

Appleton Manor Care Home in Bredbury, near Stockport, is recruiting a Housekeeping Assistant on a zero-hours contract. You will keep residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas clean and tidy, and support laundry services in a warm, patient-focused environment.

You should show reliability, attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Full training, DBS paid, uniform provided, and access to group perks.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to high hygiene standards.
• Support washing, drying and ironing as part of laundry duties.
• Follow infection control, health and safety and housekeeping procedures.
• Contribute to a well organised, comfortable environment where residents feel respected.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Hygiene & infection control (benefit)

Reliability

Job description

About Appleton Manor Care Home

Our 58 bedded home provides nursing and residential dementia care. Located in Bredbury, on the outskirts of Stockport, Appleton Manor Care Home is a purpose built home offering a welcoming environment for colleagues to work as part of a caring team. With attractive communal spaces and landscaped gardens, it provides a rewarding setting to develop your skills and make a real difference to residents.

Housekeeping Assistant Contract

• Contracted to 0hrs hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

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.

What We Are Looking For

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

What We Offer

• 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

About Care Concern Group

Appleton Manor 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.

Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.

If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.