
Job summary
Package Description: Shift Details: 08:00 AM - 16:30 PM At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Head Housekeeper at Greenholme House Care Home in Burley in Wharfedale. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Head Housekeeper will be to oversee the housekeeping and laundry cleaning service in support of the hospitality se
Main duties of the job
As the Head Housekeeper at Avery Healthcare, you will oversee both housekeeping and laundry cleaning services, ensuring a comprehensive care service is delivered to residents. Your responsibilities will include executing all cleaning duties, preparing orders for cleaning materials, monitoring cleanliness standards, and supervising the housekeeping team. Join us in creating a supportive and inspiring environment where your compassion and dedication can truly make a difference. Your role is crucial in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and offering exceptional care in a culture that values respect and compassion.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs premier luxury elderly care providers, emphasizing meaningful experiences for residents and staff alike. Known for our vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' we operate a network of over 100 care homes. With a strong commitment to respect, compassion, and exceptional care, our goal is to enrich the later years of our residents' lives while fostering an empowering and inspiring environment for our team. Discover why many choose Avery as their preferred place of employment and care.
Details
- Date posted: 29 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £14 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1521653305
- Job locations: Avery Healthcare, Ilkley Burley in Wharfedale, LS29 7QZ, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
Shift Details: 08:00 AM - 16:30 PM
ABOUT THE ROLE
Your focus as Head Housekeeper will be to oversee the housekeeping and laundry cleaning service in support of the hospitality services function to ensure a high-quality and comprehensive care service is delivered to residents.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out all cleaning duties as per the housekeeping job description.
- Preparing orders for Home Manager approval for all cleaning materials with approved suppliers whilst complying with procedures to maintain appropriate stock levels and control and ensuring good quality products are purchased within agreed budget limits.
- Monitoring standards of work of the housekeeping and laundry team to always maintain high cleanliness standards.
- Supervising and directing the work of the housekeeping team, providing instruction and demonstration to new staff on cleaning tasks and materials.
ABOUT YOU
To succeed in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all you do.
Our ideal candidate must have:
- Experience in cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting.
- Knowledge of health and safety, particularly moving and handling techniques, fire safety, and COSHH assessments.
- Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents.
- Demonstrate the ability to lead, supervise and develop teams.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Please note this role will require:
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Experience in cleaning and managing laundry in a public setting and knowledge of health and safety, particularly in handling, fire safety, and COSHH assessments, are essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate compassion and commitment to high-quality service delivery and the ability to lead and develop teams.
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This advert is for Head Housekeeper with Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. in Knowle, Midlands, United Kingdom. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £14 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 20 Jul 2026.
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