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Head of Housekeeping - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare

Tewkesbury, GL20 8US £16 a year Permanent Posted 5 August 2026 Apply by 4 October 2026

Home Office register entry: BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED, LONDON

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Role description

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll be expected to take a hands-on approach and actively participate in the day-to-day cleaning of the home. You will lead by example, demonstrating the high standards expected and ensuring these are consistently upheld across the team. You will be responsible for ensuring that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standard. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we will also rely on you to motivate and inspire your team to perform at their best. Put simply, you will play a key role in making your care home a shining example of a high-quality care environment. ABOUT YOU Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping.

Main duties of the job

As the Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, your role is crucial in maintaining a warm and homely environment. You will lead a team of housekeeping staff, ensuring high standards are consistently upheld. This position involves hands-on participation in daily cleaning and setting an example in terms of quality. With strong attention to detail, you will also motivate and inspire your team. Experience in a care home, hospital, or hotel will be beneficial, alongside a proven ability to lead a team. Strong communication skills are essential, as interaction with staff, residents, and relatives frequently occurs.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is known for providing high-quality care in a homely environment. They operate numerous care homes across the UK, focusing on delivering exceptional care and services to their residents. Their facilities are designed to be warm and welcoming, ensuring that residents feel comfortable and supported. Barchester Healthcare values dedication and high standards, both in terms of the care provided and the upkeep of the facilities. The organisation offers sector-leading benefits and rewards to their staff, recognising their valuable contributions. Employees are encouraged to utilise their skills and dedicate themselves to creating comfortable and caring environments for residents.

Details

Date posted

05 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£15.50 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1534398766

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Tewkesbury

GL20 8US

United Kingdom


Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll be expected to take a hands-on approach and actively participate in the day-to-day cleaning of the home. You will lead by example, demonstrating the high standards expected and ensuring these are consistently upheld across the team. You will be responsible for ensuring that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standard. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we will also rely on you to motivate and inspire your team to perform at their best. Put simply, you will play a key role in making your care home a shining example of a high-quality care environment.

ABOUT YOU

Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping. We'll also look for a proven ability to lead and inspire a team and be able to actively participate in the day-to-day cleaning of the home alongside the housekeeping staff. A caring nature and good communication skills are important as you'll often come into contact with other members of staff, residents and their relatives.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Experience in housekeeping, especially in a care home, hospital, or hotel setting. Proven ability to lead and inspire a team. Good communication skills are essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Tewkesbury

GL20 8US

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/

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