Housekeeping Assistant - Bank - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE 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 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for creating a warm and homely environment that caters to the unique needs of each resident. You will play a vital role in keeping the home clean and safe, thus allowing everyone to enjoy a tidy and welcoming environment. Your work will have a direct impact on the residents, their visitors, and the staff working to support them. You should have a caring nature, a personable attitude, and good practical skills. Being reliable and having an eye for detail are also crucial for making a positive impact. You'll receive all the necessary training to succeed in this role. The position offers flexibility, competitive pay, and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As a leading healthcare provider in the UK, Barchester Healthcare values the growth of its employees greatly. The hours and days you work may vary as this is a Bank position intended to cover for annual or sick leave.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is one of the leading healthcare providers in the United Kingdom. The company is deeply committed to providing top-quality care and nurtures environments that encompass the unique needs of residents. Barchester emphasizes not only on high-standard clinical services but also on creating warm, tidy, and safe settings that offer comfort and homeliness. Employees at Barchester benefit from a flexible working environment with a wide array of learning and development opportunities designed to support personal and professional growth. The organisation values the contributions of its staff and is committed to offering competitive compensation packages. Barchester Healthcare stands as a reliable pillar in the healthcare industry, balancing employee growth while ensuring the delivery of outstanding care and support to its residents throughout its care homes across the UK.

Details

• Date posted: 11 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.21 an hour
• Contract: Bank
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: 1512878319
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Derby, DE73 5XE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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.