# 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/855d1e3c-90de-4e0e-a68a-c5b80638228b - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeping-assistant-care-home/855d1e3c-90de-4e0e-a68a-c5b80638228b.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:** 2026-09-06T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-08T14:26:01.448Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-7415?employerCode=E0177 ## Job Content ### 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 create a warm and homely environment to meet each resident's unique needs. The job involves keeping the home clean and safe, performing various housekeeping and cleaning tasks, ensuring everyone enjoys a clean, tidy and welcoming environment. You'll impact the residents, their visitors, and the staff. Applicants need a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail are crucial. Barchester provides training to help you thrive. The rewards package includes free training, wellbeing support tools, retail discounts, a Refer a Friend bonus, Employee of the Month rewards, and Long Service Awards. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is a prominent care provider dedicated to delivering high-quality care in its homes. Known for its sector-leading services, Barchester operates a wide range of care homes across the UK, committed to providing exceptional care environments. The organisation seeks to create warm, welcoming atmospheres that cater to each resident's unique needs, ensuring their well-being and comfort. Emphasizing staff development, Barchester offers comprehensive training and support, encouraging personal growth and career development. With a focus on compassion, reliability, and attention to detail, Barchester strives to maintain the highest standards of care, making it a rewarding place to work for individuals passionate about making a positive impact. ### Details - Date posted: 08 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £13.21 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: 1524781045 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Hopton On Sea, NR31 9AH, 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** - Caring nature, personable approach, good practical skills, reliability, attention to detail ## 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.