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Housekeeping Assistant - Bank - Care HomeNHS

Forest Gate, E7 9HY Bank £13.21
Posted 27 August 2026 Closing date 26 October 2026
Forest Gate Rail Station (0.4 miles, direct) Plaistow Underground Station (0.9 miles, direct) Park View Road (N17) (4.7 miles, direct)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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 a Bank 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 Bank 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 As well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your attenti

Main duties of the job

This role is for a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at a Barchester care home on a casual, part-time basis with flexible working. The role is vital in maintaining a warm and clean environment that meets the needs of each resident. Responsibilities include housekeeping and cleaning tasks to ensure a tidy environment for residents, their visitors, and staff. Applicants should have a caring nature, personable approach, and practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail to make a positive difference are important. Training is provided. The role offers competitive pay with flexibility and learning opportunities. Barchester Healthcare emphasizes growth for its staff. As this is a Bank role, hours will vary based on cover needs, such as leave or sick leave. It's a rewarding opportunity for those looking to impact their environment positively.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLEThis is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. As a Bank 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 a Bank 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 Bank 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 PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously.

As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary.

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 one of the UK's leading providers of healthcare services, offering a wide range of care services to meet the needs of individuals. With a strong commitment to providing quality care and maintaining a warm and welcoming environment, Barchester prides itself on offering a personalized approach to healthcare. The company supports the development and growth of its employees, providing training and learning opportunities to help staff progress in their careers. Barchester is dedicated to ensuring residents and their families receive the highest standard of care. Working for Barchester means being part of a team that values attention to detail, reliability, and making a difference in the lives of others. Whether in clinical roles, support roles, or management, Barchester employees contribute to the organization's mission of delivering exceptional care and enabling residents to live fulfilling lives.

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