Weekend Housekeeper - Saffron Gardens

Brunelcare; Bristol; On-site; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Housekeeper in a care home located in Whitehall, Bristol. This role offers the chance to make a difference while ensuring cleanliness and a homely atmosphere for residents. No prior experience is necessary, and you will be supported with a comprehensive induction. Enjoy competitive pay rates, including enhancements for weekends and bank holidays, along with generous annual leave and additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

30 days paid annual leave

Flexible induction

Free enhanced DBS check

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

£200 refer a friend bonus

Qualifications

• No previous experience required.
• Must be committed to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high cleanliness standards in care homes.
• Perform deep cleaning and laundry duties.
• Assist with kitchen duties as needed.

Skills

Communication

Reliability

Compassion

Job description

Salary £12.60 - £13.25 per hour, depending on experience

Location: Whitehall, Bristol

Hours: 14 hours per week

The Vacancy

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Housekeeper to join our friendly and committed team in our care home in Whitehall, Bristol.

Whether you are looking to change careers or are just starting out, apply today and be part of something more.

About the role

Ensure high standards of cleanliness are maintained throughout the care homes at all times.

Observe and follow our guidelines and procedures while creating a happy and homely atmosphere for the people we care for.

Tasks will include deep cleaning, laundry duties, cleaning individual rooms and en-suites, and may involve assisting with kitchen duties.

About you

Previous experience is not required.

You must be committed to making a difference and carrying out all tasks to a high standard. Reliability and compassion are essential qualities you will need to possess. Good communication skills are also required as this role involves working as a team and engaging with our residents to ensure they feel acknowledged.

Additional benefits include:

• Competitive rates of pay plus £1 an hour enhancement for weekends and double time for bank holidays
• Equivalent to 30 days of paid annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 5 years’ service (pro-rata)
• Comprehensive and flexible induction paid at your normal hourly rate
• Free enhanced DBS check and uniform
• Colleague Voice Representatives to have your say
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company Sick Pay linked to length of service
• Care First Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health First Aiders
• £200 refer a friend bonus

Please note: This advert may close early if sufficient applications are received. Apply promptly.

For interviews, you will need to bring documents for a DBS check and right-to-work verification. Details will be provided by the hiring manager. All documents will be destroyed after processing, in accordance with GDPR.

Brunelcare is an award-winning Bristol-based charity providing high-quality housing, care, and support for older people in the South West, recognized for our expertise and excellence in caring for people with dementia. We strive to promote independence and foster vibrant communities.