Aria Care

Head Housekeeper

The closing date is 10 March 2026

Job summary

The role of Head Housekeeper at Walstead Place, a 41-bed residential care home, is an excellent opportunity for an experienced individual who takes great pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection prevention control. The successful candidate will lead a team of housekeeping staff to ensure the home is warm, inviting, and meets the highest standards of hygiene for the residents.

Main duties of the job

As the Head Housekeeper, you will be responsible for leading a team of housekeeping staff to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the care home. You will play a central role in creating a clean and welcoming environment for the residents. The role requires hands-on housekeeping experience as well as the ability to manage and lead a team effectively.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of residential care services, committed to delivering high-quality care and creating a warm and comfortable living environment for its residents. The company values diversity and inclusivity, and encourages a growth mindset among its employees.

Details

Date posted

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.71 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1453251379

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Job description

Job responsibilities

About the Home

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Housekeeper 
  • Full time - 40 hours per week - Working weekdays & Alternate Weeekends
  • Housekeeping experience required & experience with leading a team
  • £12.71 per hour 

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card 
  • 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

  • Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG
  • 41 bedded Residential care Home
  • CQC Rating – Good
  • Rated 9.5 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role 

  • Head Housekeeper 
  • Full time - 40 hours per week - Working weekdays & Alternate Weeekends
  • Housekeeping experience required & experience with leading a team
  • £12.71 per hour 

What will Aria Care Offer you?

  • Blue Light Discount Card 
  • 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 housekeeping experience and experience in leading a team are required for this role.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Relevant housekeeping experience and experience in leading a team are required for this 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

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Aria Care

Address

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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

12 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.71 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1453251379

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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