# Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Barchester Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeping-assistant-care-home/2fab3e07-085a-44b9-89e7-d2197b1358ac - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeping-assistant-care-home/2fab3e07-085a-44b9-89e7-d2197b1358ac.md ## Summary - **Status:** Archived / closed - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Salary:** £13.21 an hour - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time, Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-09-05T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-07T15:38:08.671Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7353?employerCode=E0177 ## Job Content ### Job summary ABOUT THE ROLEAs a 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 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 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 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 As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help create a warm and homely environment. Your role involves ensuring the care home remains clean and safe by carrying out a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks. This is a crucial role, as the cleanliness and tidiness you maintain have a direct impact on the residents, visitors, and staff. A caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills are essential for this position. Reliability and attention to detail are crucial, and you will receive all necessary training to succeed in this role. Barchester offers a competitive salary and a sector-leading benefits and rewards package, which includes free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, and a range of retail discounts. Unlimited referrals with our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, employee of the month rewards, and long service awards are also provided, making this an enriching place to work. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care for those residing in the UK. They are committed to delivering quality care and support for the elderly, ensuring each individual's unique needs are met. Barchester Healthcare operates a number of care homes and is focused on creating warm, homely environments for its residents. Employees at Barchester are supported with comprehensive training and development opportunities, ensuring they have the skills required to deliver the best possible care. Additionally, Barchester offers a competitive pay structure along with extensive benefits and rewards for its employees. This commitment to both staff and residents positions Barchester as a sought-after employer in the healthcare sector. As a Housekeeping Assistant, you become an integral part of this caring community, contributing to the health and comfort of residents by maintaining a clean and safe living space. ### Details - Date posted: 07 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £13.21 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: 1524460440 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Worcester, WR5 1SP, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLEAs a 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 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 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 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. ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - To join Barchester as a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need to possess a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail are essential qualities necessary for making a positive impact in the role. While specific educational qualifications are not explicitly required, a willingness and enthusiasm to learn and undertake training provided by Barchester are crucial. This training will equip you with the knowledge needed to carry out various tasks effectively and contribute to maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, safety, and homeliness for residents, their visitors, and staff. ## 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.