Housekeeping Assistant

River Court Care Home; Watford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS paid

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream access

Meal on shifts

GP Online for dependants

Discounts program

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning & development

Career development

Long service awards

Job summary

River Court Care Home in Watford, Hertfordshire, is seeking a part-time Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment and to support laundry services. The role contributes to residents’ comfort, dignity and daily wellbeing.

You will clean resident rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard, assist with laundry duties, follow infection control procedures and work closely with the team to ensure a well-organised environment.

Qualifications

• 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 welcome but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard of hygiene and presentation.
• Support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing with clear labelling.
• Follow infection control, health and safety and housekeeping procedures to carry out tasks safely and efficiently.

Skills

Positive and reliable

Attention to detail

Organisation

Teamwork

Hygiene and infection control

Job description

About River Court Care Home

River Court Care Home is a 120 bed care home located in a peaceful residential area of Watford, Hertfordshire. Providing residential, nursing and dementia care, the home offers a welcoming environment with bright living spaces, comfortable communal areas, landscaped gardens and accessible bedrooms. With a strong family atmosphere, colleagues work together to provide high quality, person centred care and support Residents to enjoy an active and fulfilling daily life.

Housekeeping Assistant Contract

• £13.45 to £13.95 per hour
• Contracted to 19 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

About Care Concern Group

River Court 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.