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Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home

Barchester Healthcare

West Parley, BH22 8SL £13 a year Permanent Posted 25 August 2026 Apply by 24 October 2026

Home Office register entry: BARCHESTER HEALTHCARE LIMITED, LONDON

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Role description

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 Un

Main duties of the job

As a Housekeeping Assistant at Barchester care home, you'll be integral in maintaining a clean, safe, and homely environment for residents, staff, and visitors, directly impacting their experience. Key responsibilities include various housekeeping tasks to ensure the home remains tidy and welcoming. The role demands practical skills, a caring nature, and reliability, with an emphasis on attention to detail. In return, Barchester offers comprehensive training and a competitive salary, supplemented by a robust benefits package. This includes free training and development, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and an attractive referral bonus scheme.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services, specializing in nursing, residential, and dementia care. Committed to delivering exceptional care, Barchester focuses on creating homely environments where residents can flourish and feel valued. With a team-oriented approach, Barchester invests in training and developing its staff, ensuring they are equipped to meet the diverse needs of residents. The organization values dedication and excellence, offering robust support and rewards to staff across various roles. With a network of care homes, Barchester is renowned for its compassionate service and continual pursuit of quality care.

Details

Date posted

25 August 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1541768929

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

West Parley

BH22 8SL

United Kingdom


Job description

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

Qualifications

Essential

  • Caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail are important. Training is provided.

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

West Parley

BH22 8SL

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/

Last verified against our ingestion on 28 August 2026; sponsor register dataset 2026-08-25.