Housekeeping Assistant - Deer Park

North Devon Hospice; Bishop's Tawton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance increasing‑

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to work Scheme

Job summary

North Devon Hospice is seeking a part-time Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a clean and welcoming environment across our facilities. The role runs 10am–2pm Monday to Friday, plus one weekend in five (Saturday and Sunday), 10am–2pm, with a pro rata salary that recognises part-time hours.

You will join a friendly team, enjoy excellent working conditions and on-site parking, and benefit from a range of staff policies and financial wellbeing schemes.

Responsibilities

• Keep the space sparkling and welcoming for patients, families and staff.

Job description

10am - 2pm Monday to Friday and one in five weekends, Saturday and Sunday 10am - 2pm

£24,800 per year, pro rata. Actual salary £14,300 per year

Contract

21.6 hours per week

Salary £24,800 per year, pro rata. Actual salary £14,300 per year. 21.6 hours per week
Our Mission is simple. We provide outstanding care and support to the community of North Devon who are impacted by a life limiting illness. We're looking for someone to keep our space sparkling while spreading positivity and smiles to patients, families, and staff. If you've got a can-do attitude, a groovy vibe, and a passion for making people feel at home,

As a housekeeping Assistant you will work a shift pattern of 10am – 2pm Monday to Friday, and one weekend in five (Saturday and Sunday), 10am to 2pm.

In return you’ll not only be part of an amazing, friendly team, you’ll also benefit from:

• An excellent working environment (& beautiful outside areas)
• Flexible & family friendly policies including Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental leave and Pawternity!
• Tech Scheme
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Personal pension scheme
• Generous holiday allowance increasing with service
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering free confidential advice on a range of matters including financial, legal, health and wellbeing
• Health Cash Plan which can include up to 5 children and the option to include partners
• Regular Wellbeing events
• The opportunity to give us your feedback on how we can improve as an organisation.

If you want the satisfaction of knowing your work makes a huge difference every day, then this is the job for you.

Want to know more? Please see the Job Description or call Kath (Housekeeping Supervisor), on 01271 347241

Closing date for completed applications 15th October 2026 and interviews will be held on 23rd October 2026.

This role is subject to a standard check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

We welcome applications from all sections of the communities we serve, reflecting the uniqueness of each person, with the aim of continually improving our services.

We hold Mindful Employer and Disability Confident accreditation and promote a culture of openness and understanding, providing an inclusive and accessible working environment. We are proud to be a Veteran Aware Employer and welcome applications from members of the Armed Forces, including veterans, reservists and military spouses or partners.

If you require this information in large format please email [e-mail] or call 01271 347238.