Head of Housekeeping - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, 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. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we'll also rely on you to motivate everyone in your team to be at their best. Put simply, you'll help to make your care home a shining example of a high quality care environment. ABOUT YOU Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping. We'll also look for a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. A caring nature and good communication skills are important as you'll often come into contact with other members of staff, residents and their relatives. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading bene

Main duties of the job

As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, 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. The role demands excellent attention to detail, and the ability to motivate your team to be at their best. Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous. A proven ability to lead and inspire a team, along with a caring nature and good communication skills, are important. The role offers a competitive rate of pay plus benefits, including training and development opportunities, a range of retail discounts, an employee of the month scheme, and more.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services in the UK, known for its commitment to delivering high-quality care and support to residents. Barchester operates numerous care homes across the country, focusing on offering a homely and supportive environment for both residents and staff. The company places a strong emphasis on training and development, ensuring that all employees have access to the resources they need to excel in their roles. Barchester values its staff, offering various incentives such as a refer-a-friend bonus scheme and employee of the month rewards, contributing to a positive and collaborative work culture.

Details

• Date posted: 12 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £14 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1515773141
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Milton Keynes, MK6 5LS, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, 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. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we'll also rely on you to motivate everyone in your team to be at their best. Put simply, you'll help to make your care home a shining example of a high quality care environment.

ABOUT YOUExperience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping. We'll also look for a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. A caring nature and good communication skills are important as you'll often come into contact with other members of staff, residents and their relatives.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.