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Housekeeping Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Gateshead, NE9 6JE Permanent £13.21
Posted 20 August 2026 Closing date 19 October 2026
Dunston Rail Station (2.2 miles, direct) Felling (Tyne and Wear Metro Station) (2.0 miles, direct) Marquisway - Kingsway South (0.7 miles, direct)

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 sav

Main duties of the job

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create a warm and homely environment that meets each resident's unique needs. Keeping the home clean and safe is crucial, and your role as Housekeeping Assistant is vital. You will perform a variety of housekeeping and cleaning tasks to ensure a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and staff. ABOUT YOU To join us as a Housekeeping Assistant, a caring nature, personable approach, and practical skills are essential. Reliability and attention to detail are crucial in making a positive difference. We provide all the necessary training for you to thrive. REWARDS PACKAGE You'll receive a competitive pay rate along with sector-leading benefits and rewards: Free training and development in all roles, access to wellbeing and support tools, various retail discounts, unlimited referrals with a Refer a Friend bonus, Employee of the Month rewards, and Long Service Awards, 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.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned healthcare provider operating numerous care homes across the UK. Known for its commitment to providing high-quality care tailored to the individual needs of residents, Barchester Healthcare ensures that each facility offers a warm, homely environment. The staff, including housekeeping assistants, are crucial to maintaining the standards of cleanliness and safety necessary for the wellbeing of residents. Barchester invests in its employees by offering comprehensive training and development opportunities, along with a sector-leading rewards package. By fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, Barchester aims to deliver the quality of care one would expect for their own loved ones, making it a rewarding place to work.

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