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ABOUT THE ROLEDriving licence is essential 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.Shift times - 8:00-16:00 or 7:00-15:00, Available to work every other weekendABOUT 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 developm
Main duties of the job
The job of Head of Housekeeping at Barchester Healthcare involves creating a warm and homely environment in a care home setting. The role requires leading a team of housekeeping staff to maintain high standards in every room and living space. A driving licence is essential, and the job demands excellent attention to detail and the ability to motivate the team. Shift times are from 8:00-16:00 or 7:00-15:00, and availability to work every other weekend is necessary. Experience in housekeeping within a care home, hospital, or hotel setting is advantageous, along with proven leadership skills, a caring nature, and good communication skills. The rewards package includes competitive pay, free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, unlimited referrals, employee rewards, and long service awards.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and healthcare services in the UK. The organisation focuses on delivering high-quality care and support in warm, homely environments. Barchester Healthcare values attention to detail and the ability to inspire and lead teams to maintain the highest standards in their facilities. They offer a rewarding work environment with sector-leading benefits and a commitment to employee development. As an organisation, Barchester Healthcare strives to provide the quality care one would expect for their loved ones, making it a fulfilling place to work for those dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others.
Details
- Date posted: 03 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £14.50 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 1523293994
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Swindon, SN5 0AD, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
ABOUT THE ROLE
Driving licence is essential
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.Shift times - 8:00-16:00 or 7:00-15:00, Available to work every other weekend
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.
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A driving licence is essential for this role. Experience in housekeeping within a care home, hospital, or hotel environment is advantageous. Leadership skills, a caring nature, and good communication skills are important qualifications for the role.
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This advert is for Head of Housekeeping - Care Home with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £14.50 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Sep 2026.
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