# 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/636a3e34-2ec2-4318-8047-e54d1e1d7435 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeping-assistant-care-home/636a3e34-2ec2-4318-8047-e54d1e1d7435.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **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:** 2026-09-20T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-22T18:01:52.468Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7902?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1529457890&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## 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 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 help to create a warm and homely environment that meets each resident's unique needs. The role involves various housekeeping and cleaning tasks to ensure everyone enjoys a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. You'll impact residents, their visitors, and all staff working to support them. You need a caring nature, a personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail are important. Barchester provides training to help you thrive. The rewards package includes a competitive rate of pay, training and development opportunities, access to wellbeing tools, various retail discounts, a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme, 'Employee of the Month' rewards, and Long Service Awards. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is an established company that operates care homes and provides high-quality care for residents. The organisation is committed to creating a warm and homely environment for individuals, focusing on their unique needs. Barchester's core values include promoting dignity, respect, and independence for residents. The company offers a comprehensive training program to ensure staff members are equipped with the skills needed to provide outstanding care. In addition to training, Barchester Healthcare offers various benefits, including access to health and wellbeing support, retail discounts, and incentives such as the 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme and 'Employee of the Month' awards, which foster a supportive and rewarding work environment. ### Details - Date posted: 22 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £13.21 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: 1529457890 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Gosmore, SG4 7QH, 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 be a Housekeeping Assistant at Barchester, a caring nature, a personable approach, and good practical skills are required. Reliability and attention to detail are also essential to make a positive difference in the role. Barchester provides comprehensive training to help you develop and thrive in your position. ## 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.