Housekeeping Assistant Housekeeping Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Polegate; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Polegate is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to ensure a clean and welcoming environment. This role involves cleaning duties, following hygiene procedures, and maintaining infection control standards. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, be organized, and show kindness towards residents and team members. Full training is provided, and applications must have the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays

GP online - around-the-clock consultation via app

Free access to Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes such as Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Some housekeeping experience is helpful, but full training is provided.
• You should manage time well and work with attention to detail.
• Recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas.
• Follow cleaning schedules set by the team lead.
• Report any issues or repairs as needed.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Positive Attitude

Job description

Overview

As a Housekeeping Assistant at HC-One, kindness will be at the heart of everything you do. It shapes our care across Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist homes. Our Residents are people with rich lives and personal stories. By joining HC-One, you'll help give something back - through care, respect, and attention to detail. You'll help create a clean, safe, and welcoming home. Your work will make a real difference every day.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas
• Following cleaning schedules and tasks set by the team lead
• Using products safely and following hygiene procedures
• Supporting infection control and safety standards
• Helping with laundry and linen care
• Reporting any issues or repairs as needed
• You'll take pride in your work and keep everything spotless. Whether you're ticking off tasks or jumping in to lend a hand, you'll do it with care and compassion.

Qualifications

• Some housekeeping experience is helpful, but full training is provided.
• You'll need to be organised, manage your time well, and work with attention to detail.
• Most of all, you'll bring a positive attitude and be kind and respectful in every conversation - with Residents, visitors, and your team.
• Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility; you should recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect and know what to do if there are concerns. All colleagues must attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and undertake additional training in related areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word-it's a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives. To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings and nurtures five key qualities — what we call Kindness the HC-One Way:

• We are curious- asking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionate-walking in the shoes of others.
• We are creative-finding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageous-supporting residents to live the life they choose.
• And we are dependable-people can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do. We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, we're looking for team members who are comfortable with technology-or open to learning. You'll be supported every step of the way. We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growth-opening up opportunities at regional and national levels.

Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, 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.

Benefits

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online - around-the-clock GP consultation via app (for you and your children under 16)
• Colleague discounts - access to over 1600 high street discounts
• Wellbeing - free access to Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support
• Recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• Refer-a-friend scheme (up to £1000 per referral, depending on role)