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ABOUT THE ROLE As 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 YOU To 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 PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package includi
Main duties of the job
The job involves working as a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, where the main responsibilities include maintaining a clean, safe, and homely environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The role requires a caring nature, a personable approach, and good practical skills, alongside reliability and attention to detail. The position offers a competitive pay rate with benefits including free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, and reward schemes. The role is instrumental in ensuring the comfort and safety of all residents and staff.
About us
Barchester Healthcare operates care homes across the UK, providing residential and nursing care tailored to the needs of each resident. The organization aims to offer high-quality care that reflects the standard one would expect for their loved ones. Barchester values dedication, offering training and development opportunities to enable staff to thrive in their roles. With a comprehensive rewards package, Barchester emphasizes the importance of employee wellbeing and recognition. Known for creating warm and homely environments, Barchester places a strong focus on personalizing care and services for residents.
Details
- Date posted: 11 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.21 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 1512477999
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Lymm, WA13 0PZ, 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.
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Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- No specific qualifications mentioned. The role requires a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills.
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This advert is for Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home with Barchester Healthcare in Bristol, South East, England. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £13.21 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 10 Aug 2026.
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