Housekeeping & Laundry Assistant — Create Comfort & Dignity

The Old Vicarage Care Home; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

The Old Vicarage Care Home is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant on a bank/0-hour contract to keep resident areas clean and welcoming. You will assist with laundry and ensure spaces meet high hygiene and presentation standards, contributing to residents' daily comfort and wellbeing.

Role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Full training on infection control will be provided to support safe care.

Qualifications

• 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 housekeeping experience welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to high hygiene standards.
• Support laundry duties: washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing, with proper labelling.
• Follow infection control, health and safety, and housekeeping procedures.
• Help maintain a well organised, comfortable environment where residents feel respected.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent worker

Infection control basics

Job description

The Old Vicarage Care Home is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant on a bank/0-hour contract to keep resident areas clean and welcoming. You will assist with laundry and ensure spaces meet high hygiene and presentation standards, contributing to residents' daily comfort and wellbeing.

Role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Full training on infection control will be provided to support safe care.