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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
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. Your role is crucial in keeping the home clean and safe through a variety of housekeeping tasks. You'll directly impact residents, visitors, and staff by ensuring a tidy, welcoming environment. To join, you need a caring nature, personable approach, and practical skills, plus reliability and attention to detail. In return, Barchester offers training and a competitive rate of pay alongside sector-leading benefits such as wellbeing tools, retail discounts, a refer-a-friend bonus scheme, and employee of the month rewards.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading care provider in the UK, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care to those in need. At Barchester, the focus is on providing a warm, safe, and welcoming environment for residents. With a strong emphasis on training and development, Barchester ensures that all staff are equipped with the skills they need to provide exceptional care. The company values dedication and offers a range of benefits to its employees, including competitive pay, wellbeing support, and opportunities for progression. Barchester is known for its supportive work environment and dedication to delivering the kind of care it would expect for its loved ones.
Details
- Date posted: 21 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13.21 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
- Reference number: 1528821782
- Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Mollington, CH1 6NP, 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
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Essential
- To join as a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and keen attention to detail are essential to make a positive difference in the residents' lives. Although specific certifications are not required, training will be provided to ensure you thrive in your role.
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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 19 Sep 2026.
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