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Housekeeping Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Ringwood, BH24 2DW Permanent £13.41
Posted 12 August 2026 Closing date 11 October 2026
Pokesdown Rail Station (6.1 miles away) Bournemouth University (5.4 miles away)

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 Unlimi

Main duties of the job

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 needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is a significant task, which is why this role is crucial. The variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks you perform will ensure everyone enjoys a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment. This means you'll have a direct impact on our residents, their visitors, and all the staff supporting them. To join us as a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll need a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. In return, we'll provide all the training you need to thrive. In exchange for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus sector-leading benefits, including free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, and savings, among others.

Job description

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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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading private healthcare provider in the UK, known for its commitment to delivering exceptional care to its residents. With a focus on creating a warm and homely environment, Barchester Healthcare operates a wide range of care homes and hospitals. The organisation prides itself on a resident-first approach and tailors its services to meet each individual's unique needs. Barchester Healthcare provides support and training for its staff, valuing their role in contributing to residents' health, safety, and well-being. Employees are encouraged to develop their careers within the organisation, supported by a comprehensive benefits and rewards package.

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