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Head of Housekeeping - Care HomeNHS

Tewkesbury, GL20 8US Permanent £15
Posted 28 August 2026 Closing date 27 October 2026
Ashchurch for Tewkesbury Rail Station (0.4 miles, direct) Gotherington (Gloucs Warwicks Railway) (3.4 miles, direct) Royal Well Bus Station (6.8 miles, direct)

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll be expected to take a hands-on approach and actively participate in the day-to-day cleaning of the home. You will lead by example, demonstrating the high standards expected and ensuring these are consistently upheld across the team. You will be responsible for ensuring that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standard. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we will also rely on you to motivate and inspire your team to perform at their best. Put simply, you will play a key role in making your care home a shining example of a high-quality care environment. ABOUT YOU Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping. We'll also look for a proven ability to lead and inspire a team and be able to actively participate in the day-to-day cleaning of the home alongside the housekeeping staff. A caring nature and good communication skills are important as you'll often come into contact with other members of staff, residents and their relatives. 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 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 f

Main duties of the job

As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create warm and homely surroundings that are key to delivering quality care. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll take a hands-on approach, actively participating in the daily cleaning tasks. Demonstrating high standards, you will ensure these are consistently upheld across the team. You'll be responsible for every room and living space being maintained to the highest standard. The role requires excellent attention to detail, and the ability to motivate and inspire your team. It's about making the care home a shining example of quality care.

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, you'll help to create the warm and homely surroundings that are so important to delivering quality care and support. Leading a team of housekeeping staff, you'll be expected to take a hands-on approach and actively participate in the day-to-day cleaning of the home. You will lead by example, demonstrating the high standards expected and ensuring these are consistently upheld across the team. You will be responsible for ensuring that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standard. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we will also rely on you to motivate and inspire your team to perform at their best. Put simply, you will play a key role in making your care home a shining example of a high-quality care environment.

ABOUT YOU

Experience of housekeeping in a care home, hospital or hotel environment will be very advantageous for the role of Head of Housekeeping. We'll also look for a proven ability to lead and inspire a team and be able to actively participate in the day-to-day cleaning of the home alongside the housekeeping staff. A caring nature and good communication skills are important as you'll often come into contact with other members of staff, residents and their relatives.

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

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 renowned provider of care across the UK, delivering exceptional elderly and specialist care services since 1992. With over 200 care homes and seven independent hospitals, Barchester is committed to providing an unparalleled standard of care and services that make a difference to the lives of the people they support. The organisation values its staff, offering extensive training and development opportunities to ensure they feel confident and supported throughout their careers. Barchester is dedicated to innovation in care, with a focus on creating environments where residents and patients feel safe, secure, and at home.

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