# Housekeeping Assistant - Bank - Care Home > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barchester Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeping-assistant-bank-care-home/c065a237-d58c-4d26-81e8-1b8b099017f3 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeping-assistant-bank-care-home/c065a237-d58c-4d26-81e8-1b8b099017f3.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Salary:** £14.80 an hour - **Contract type:** Bank - **Employment type:** Flexible working - **Closing date:** 2026-08-31T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-03T07:04:49.180Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7134?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1522796212&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## Job Content ### Job summary ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of fre ### Main duties of the job As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at Barchester care home in Wadhurst, you will play a vital role in maintaining a warm and safe environment for residents. This temporary, part-time position provides flexible working conditions. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure cleanliness and comfort, making the facility welcoming for residents, visitors, and staff. You'll need to demonstrate a caring attitude and attention to detail. The job offers competitive pay, flexibility, and opportunities for development. This position covers shifts as required, making it an excellent opportunity for those who require non-fixed working hours. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care in the UK. With a commitment to the growth and development of its employees, Barchester focuses on providing exceptional care that is person-centered and tailored to individual needs. They offer various services in their care homes, including residential, nursing, and dementia care. Employees are given ample opportunities for learning and development, ensuring they can provide the best care possible while also creating a supportive and rewarding work environment. ### Details - Date posted: 03 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £14.80 an hour - Contract: Bank - Working pattern: Flexible working - Reference number: 1522796212 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Wadhurst, TN5 6RY, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables us to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is no small task, which is why the role of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant is so important. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you carry out will ensure everyone can enjoy a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them. ABOUT YOUTo join us as a Bank Housekeeping Assistant you'll need a caring nature, personable approach and good practical skills. Just as importantly, you should be reliable and keen to use your attention to detail to make a positive difference. In return we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. 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. ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - No specific qualifications are required for this role, but candidates should have practical skills and a caring nature. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.