Senior Housekeeping Lead — Care Home Excellence

Barchester; Bridlington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training

Wellbeing tools

Retail discounts

Refer a Friend

Employee awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare Limited is seeking a Head of Housekeeping to lead a team in a care home, actively participating in cleaning and training to uphold exceptional standards. You will model best practice, ensure every room meets high levels of cleanliness, and motivate staff to deliver outstanding care environments.

The role emphasises attention to detail, effective communication, and a hands-on leadership style to maintain a warm, homely setting for residents and their families.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a housekeeping team in care home, hospital or hotel.
• Ability to motivate staff and maintain high cleaning standards.
• Excellent communication with residents, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach the housekeeping team to deliver consistent, high standards.
• Participate in day-to-day cleaning to model best practices and speed.
• Ensure every room and living space is clean, tidy and well maintained.
• Collaborate with care-home management to support resident wellbeing.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Care home experience

Job description

Barchester Healthcare Limited is seeking a Head of Housekeeping to lead a team in a care home, actively participating in cleaning and training to uphold exceptional standards. You will model best practice, ensure every room meets high levels of cleanliness, and motivate staff to deliver outstanding care environments.

The role emphasises attention to detail, effective communication, and a hands-on leadership style to maintain a warm, homely setting for residents and their families.