Head of Housekeeping - Care Home

Job summary

£750 Golden Hello Welcome Bonus is one of the ways we will reward you when you join Barchester. ABOUT THE ROLE Driving licence is essential 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 ensure that every room and living space is maintained to the highest standards. The Head of Housekeeping role demands excellent attention to detail, but we'll also rely on you to motivate everyone in your team to be at their best. Put simply, you'll help to make your care home a shining example of a high quality care environment. Shift times - 8:00-16:00 or 7:00-15:00, Available to work every other weekend 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 te

Main duties of the job

As the Head of Housekeeping at a Barchester care home, your main role is to ensure that the surroundings are warm and homely, contributing to the high quality of care and support provided to residents. You will manage a team of housekeeping staff, ensuring that every room and living space is impeccably maintained. This position requires excellent attention to detail and the ability to motivate your team to deliver their best. Housekeeping experience in environments such as care homes, hospitals, or hotels is advantageous, and leadership skills are essential. Good communication skills are also important as interaction with staff, residents, and their families is frequent. The role comes with shift times of 8:00-16:00 or 7:00-15:00, including working every other weekend. In return for your dedication, a competitive rate of pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, which includes training, retail discounts, and various rewards.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services in the UK, renowned for delivering high quality care across its various care homes and facilities. The organisation places a strong emphasis on creating warm and homely environments, ensuring that each resident receives the level of care they deserve. Barchester Healthcare values its staff and provides them with the necessary training and support to excel in their roles, recognizing the important contributions they make towards improving the lives of residents. They offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to their employees, highlighting their commitment to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment. The company is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in all aspects of its operations, aiming to set a benchmark for quality and excellence in the care sector.