# 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/e110009a-f0b3-4579-b7a6-65e3d49cdc3a - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/housekeeping-assistant-care-home/e110009a-f0b3-4579-b7a6-65e3d49cdc3a.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Barchester Healthcare - **Town:** Bristol - **Region:** South East - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Salary:** £13.39 an hour - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time, Part-time - **Closing date:** 2026-08-10T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-12T07:03:09.397Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0177-26-6254?employerCode=E0177 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1514727583&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## 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 play a crucial role in ensuring the home remains clean, tidy, and welcoming. Your efforts in housekeeping tasks directly contribute to a positive environment for residents, visitors, and staff alike. To excel in this role, a caring nature, friendly demeanor, and practical skills are essential. The position offers a competitive pay rate, free training, access to wellbeing support, retail discounts, and opportunities to earn bonuses through a referral scheme. A dedicated focus on detail and a reliable work ethic are key traits that will help you thrive in this environment. ### About us Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of care home services, dedicated to offering high-quality care for individuals in need. With a focus on creating warm and homely environments, Barchester Healthcare strives to meet the unique needs of each resident. The organisation supports its staff by providing training and development opportunities, ensuring employees have the skills required to deliver exceptional care. Barchester also values its workforce by offering competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package. Their commitment to caring for both residents and employees makes Barchester Healthcare a respected name in the care sector. ### Details - Date posted: 11 June 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £13.39 an hour - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time - Reference number: 1514727583 - Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Ferndown, BH22 9EU, 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** - A caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail are essential for this role. All necessary training will be provided. ## 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.