Barchester Healthcare

Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home

The closing date is 31 March 2026

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Job summary

As a Housekeeping Assistant at Kingfisher Lodge in Saltford near Keynsham, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that enables the care home to meet each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a crucial responsibility, 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, having a direct impact on the residents, their visitors and all the staff working to support them.

Main duties of the job

The Housekeeping Assistant role at Barchester Healthcare's Kingfisher Lodge care home involves a range of cleaning and housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. This includes tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and sanitizing communal areas, bedrooms, and other facilities. The Housekeeping Assistant will work closely with the wider care team to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are upheld throughout the home.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes and healthcare services in the UK. They operate over 200 care homes and employ thousands of dedicated professionals to deliver high-quality, person-centered care to their residents. Barchester is committed to creating a supportive and nurturing work environment, offering competitive pay, comprehensive training, and excellent career development opportunities.

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1457466661

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Near Bath

BS31 3BG


Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Housekeeping Assistant at Kingfisher Lodge in Saltford near Keynsham, 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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Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Housekeeping Assistant at Kingfisher Lodge in Saltford near Keynsham, 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.

8765

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To be a Housekeeping Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll need a caring nature, good practical skills, and attention to detail. No specific qualifications are required, as the company will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive in the role.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • To be a Housekeeping Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you'll need a caring nature, good practical skills, and attention to detail. No specific qualifications are required, as the company will provide all the necessary training to help you thrive in the role.

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

Near Bath

BS31 3BG


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Near Bath

BS31 3BG


Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Barchester Healthcare

Recruitment@barchester.com

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£13 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1457466661

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Near Bath

BS31 3BG


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