Lead Housekeeper — Luxury Care Home, Excellent Benefits

Hamberley Care Homes; Wargrave; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Quality-linked bonus scheme

Workplace pension

Team culture

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Refer a Friend bonus

Job summary

Hamberley Care Homes in Wargrave is seeking a Head Housekeeper to lead a housekeeping team and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort across the home. You will manage rosters, oversee laundry and cleaning, and ensure a welcoming, safe environment for residents.

The role offers a competitive salary, a quality-linked bonus scheme tied to our care quality ratings, pension, and career development opportunities within a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Previous domestic experience in a similar care home setting.
• Flexible and reliable attitude.
• Committed to customer care and first-class service provision.
• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations.
• Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• You’ll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff you’ll ensure that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standards
• Ensuring all areas of the care home are clean, hygienic, and well-maintained, including bedrooms, communal spaces, and bathrooms
• Handling laundry and linen care with attention to residents' personal belongings
• Managing staff rota, training and supervisions to ensure housekeeping team members are working efficiently.
• Interacting with residents, offering assistance when needed to help them feel at ease
• Working closely with caregivers and other staff to support the overall care plan and home operations

Skills

Domestic experience

Flexible attitude

Customer care

Multi-tasking

Empathy

Job description

Hamberley Care Homes in Wargrave is seeking a Head Housekeeper to lead a housekeeping team and maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort across the home. You will manage rosters, oversee laundry and cleaning, and ensure a welcoming, safe environment for residents.

The role offers a competitive salary, a quality-linked bonus scheme tied to our care quality ratings, pension, and career development opportunities within a supportive team culture.