Housekeeping Assistant

NHS; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Shoreham-by-Sea is seeking a Bank Housekeeping Assistant. The position offers flexible working hours and a competitive hourly wage of £14.24. You will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment that supports the wellbeing of residents. Strong attention to detail and a caring nature are essential for success in this role. Opportunities for development and training are provided, making it an excellent position for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Flexible working hours

Free learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• You should have a caring nature and a personable approach to interact with residents and staff.
• Good practical skills are essential for carrying out housekeeping tasks effectively.
• Attention to detail is critical in maintaining cleanliness and safety in the care home.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
• Maintain the cleanliness and safety of the care home.
• Create a warm and welcoming environment for residents and staff.

Skills

Caring nature

Personable approach

Good practical skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Job description

Job Summary

As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables the organization to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a crucial task, and the role of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant is essential in ensuring a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

Details

Date posted: 12 January 2026

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £14.24 an hour

Contract: Bank

Working pattern: Flexible working

Reference number: 1453820755

Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Shoreham by Sea, BN43 6LT

As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant, you will carry out a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to maintain the cleanliness and safety of the care home. Your attention to detail and practical skills will have a direct impact on residents, visitors, and staff, creating a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment.

Requirements

You should have a caring nature, personable approach, good practical skills, and reliability. Attention to detail is essential to ensure the home remains clean, tidy, and welcoming.

Rewards Package

Competitive pay, true flexibility, and plenty of free learning and development opportunities are offered. Barchester Healthcare values the growth of everyone who works with us.

Person Specification

• To join as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant, you need a caring nature, personable approach, good practical skills, reliability, and attention to detail.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Employer Details

Barchester Healthcare, Shoreham by Sea, BN43 6LT