Lead Housekeeper: Care Team Leader & Cleanliness Champion

Hartford Care; Slough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Care is seeking a dedicated Head Housekeeper for Burnham Lodge in Buckinghamshire. The role is full-time (40 hours per week) with weekend alternation, focused on maintaining a clean, safe environment and high hygiene standards across the home.

You will lead and develop the housekeeping team, coordinate schedules, monitor infection control practices, and contribute to a warm, caring atmosphere for residents. Successful candidates are compassionate, well-organised and communicative.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and caring nature.
• Excellent communication and IT systems literacy.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• Good understanding of health and safety and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage housekeeping team.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Support infection control audits and safety checks.
• Ensure a safe, tidy environment for residents and staff.

Skills

Compassionate nature

Excellent communication

Leadership

Organisational skills

Health & safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Hartford Care is seeking a dedicated Head Housekeeper for Burnham Lodge in Buckinghamshire. The role is full-time (40 hours per week) with weekend alternation, focused on maintaining a clean, safe environment and high hygiene standards across the home.

You will lead and develop the housekeeping team, coordinate schedules, monitor infection control practices, and contribute to a warm, caring atmosphere for residents. Successful candidates are compassionate, well-organised and communicative.