Housekeeping Assistant - Weekend

Peoplebank; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Job summary

Fleet Care Home in Dartmouth, Devon, is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment and to support laundry services. The role is hands on, with high hygiene standards and a focus on resident comfort and daily wellbeing.

You will follow infection control procedures, work weekends, and contribute to a calm, well organised home that respects residents with dignity and care.

Qualifications

• Positive and reliable approach to work.
• Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard.
• Support laundry duties including washing, drying and ironing with labelled items.
• Follow infection control, health and safety procedures.
• Work weekends as required to maintain a well‑run environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Organized

Teamwork

Hygiene awareness

Job description

Our care home, nestled in the picturesque town of Dartmouth in Devon, provides exceptional Residential, Nursing, Dementia, and Respite care for up to 79 residents, offering a serene and supportive environment where quality care meets coastal charm.

Housekeeping Assistant Contract

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to 24 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.
The successful candidate will be requied to work weekends.

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

About us

The Fleet Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.