Housekeeping Assistant Housekeeping Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Cramlington is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to help create a clean and welcoming environment for residents. You will undertake cleaning duties, laundry support, and assist with hygiene standards while ensuring kindness in every interaction. Ideal candidates should be organised and pay attention to detail. The position offers an hourly rate between £12.60 and £13.10, with various benefits and training provided.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG checks

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Colleague discounts

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Some housekeeping experience is helpful, but full training is provided.
• Ability to manage time well and work in a caring environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas according to schedules.
• Support infection control and safety standards using proper hygiene procedures.
• Help with laundry and linen care.
• Report any issues or repairs needed to management.
• Assist team lead and support colleagues as required.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Kindness and respect

Job description

Overview

As a Housekeeping Assistant at HC‑One, kindness is at the heart of everything you do. You will help create a clean, safe, and welcoming home for residents in Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist homes.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas according to schedules.
• Support infection control and safety standards using proper hygiene procedures.
• Help with laundry and linen care.
• Report any issues or repairs needed to management.
• Assist with tasks set by the team lead and support colleagues as required.

Qualifications & Experience

Some housekeeping experience is helpful, but full training is provided. You should be organised, manage your time well, and pay close attention to detail. A positive attitude, kindness and respect in every conversation with residents, visitors and team members are essential.

Safeguarding

All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and undertake additional associated training. You must recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect and know how to raise concerns—including escalation if action is not taken.

About HC‑One

HC‑One is built on kindness – the HC‑One Way – which includes curiosity, compassion, creativity, courage and dependability. We champion inclusivity, foster a supportive workplace and value diverse backgrounds. We are enhancing digital care planning and seek team members who are comfortable with technology or willing to learn.

Career Development

From the moment you receive a job offer we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to start. HC‑One offers clear career pathways, continuous professional development and postgraduate programmes to support your growth at regional and national levels.

Work Rights

Only individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK can be considered for this role. 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.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly rate: £12.60 to £13.10 per hour (subject to experience and qualifications).

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG checks
• Free uniform
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream – financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay
• Award‑winning learning and development support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – round‑the‑clock GP consultation via an interactive app (available to you and children under 16)
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues in an outstanding and committed team
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high‑street discounts
• Wellbeing – free access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support for physical, mental and financial issues)
• Excellent recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer‑a‑friend scheme up to £1,000 per referral, depending on the role