Aria Care

Head Housekeeper

The closing date is 01 March 2026

Job summary

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Head Housekeeper to join Ferfoot Care Home, a 52-bed residential and dementia care home in Chippenham, Wiltshire. The role involves leading a team of housekeeping staff to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the home, creating a warm and inviting environment for the residents.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Housekeeper, you will be responsible for managing and supervising a team of housekeeping staff to maintain the cleanliness and infection prevention control measures within the care home. You will be expected to work alternate weekends and ensure the home is kept to a high standard at all times. The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.71, as well as a range of benefits including a Blue Light Discount Card, Wagestream, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality care services, with a focus on creating warm and welcoming environments for their residents. The Ferfoot Care Home in Chippenham has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk, indicating a commitment to delivering excellent care and support to their residents.

Details

Date posted

01 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.71 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1449238040

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Ferfoot Care Home, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HH
  • 52 Bed Residential & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Housekeeper 
  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week 
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £12.71 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card 
  • Wagestream
  • Holiday & days out discounts 
  • Long service awards 
  • Recognition programme 

And much more!

We have an excellent opportunity for a Head Housekeeper that takes great pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection prevention control throughout our home. As a Head Housekeeper, you will play a central role in making our home warm and inviting. You will lead a team of housekeeping staff to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene for our residents.

If you take pride in creating a clean and welcoming home for our residents to live in, a housekeeping role at Aria care is for you. Join our team of dedicated care professionals and make a real impact in the lives of those who need it most.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Ferfoot Care Home, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6HH
  • 52 Bed Residential & Dementia Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Housekeeper 
  • Full-Time; 40 hours per week 
  • Working alternate weekends required
  • £12.71 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card 
  • Wagestream
  • Holiday & days out discounts 
  • Long service awards 
  • Recognition programme 

And much more!

We have an excellent opportunity for a Head Housekeeper that takes great pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection prevention control throughout our home. As a Head Housekeeper, you will play a central role in making our home warm and inviting. You will lead a team of housekeeping staff to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene for our residents.

If you take pride in creating a clean and welcoming home for our residents to live in, a housekeeping role at Aria care is for you. Join our team of dedicated care professionals and make a real impact in the lives of those who need it most.

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant experience in a similar role as a Head Housekeeper or Senior Housekeeper in a care home or hospitality setting is preferred. The successful candidate should have a strong understanding of infection prevention and control protocols, as well as the ability to lead and motivate a team of housekeeping staff.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant experience in a similar role as a Head Housekeeper or Senior Housekeeper in a care home or hospitality setting is preferred. The successful candidate should have a strong understanding of infection prevention and control protocols, as well as the ability to lead and motivate a team of housekeeping staff.

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

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


Employer's website

https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Aria Healthcare

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

01 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.71 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1449238040

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Chippenham

SN14 6HH


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