Lead Housekeeper & Laundry Manager (Care Home)

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Head Housekeeper for Wandsworth Common Care Home in London. You will lead the housekeeping and laundry team to deliver a high-quality, compassionate service to residents and support our hospitality function.

In this role you will supervise staff, ensure health and safety compliance, manage cleaning materials within budget, and uphold Avery's values of care, respect and accountability. DBS check and UK work eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting.
• Knowledge of health and safety, including moving and handling, fire safety and COSHH.
• Ability to lead, supervise and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee housekeeping and laundry services to residents.
• Monitor standards and ensure high cleanliness levels.
• Supervise and train staff on cleaning tasks and materials.
• Prepare orders for Home Manager and manage stock within budget.

Skills

Cleaning and laundry management

Health & safety knowledge

Leadership abilities

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Head Housekeeper for Wandsworth Common Care Home in London. You will lead the housekeeping and laundry team to deliver a high-quality, compassionate service to residents and support our hospitality function.

In this role you will supervise staff, ensure health and safety compliance, manage cleaning materials within budget, and uphold Avery's values of care, respect and accountability. DBS check and UK work eligibility are required.