Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home

Job summary

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 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll be integral in creating a warm and homely environment. This role involves a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks that ensure the home remains clean, tidy, and welcoming. Your efforts will have a direct impact on residents, their visitors, and the staff. To succeed, you'll need a caring nature, a personable approach, practical skills, reliability, and a keen eye for detail. In return, Barchester provides all necessary training, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive rewards package, including training and development opportunities, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, a referral bonus scheme, and recognition awards.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is known for offering a wide range of healthcare services, including care homes and hospitals throughout the UK. Their focus is on providing personalized, quality care that you'd expect for your loved ones. With a commitment to creating supportive and welcoming environments for residents, Barchester values teams who bring dedication, compassion, and professionalism. Employees are offered competitive pay, extensive training programs, and an inclusive rewards package that highlights their focus on staff wellbeing and development. Barchester is a place where skills and passion for care are nurtured and rewarded.

Details

• Date posted: 22 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.21 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1519690393
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Tewkesbury, GL20 6HP, 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.