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Housekeeping Assistant - Bank - Care Home

NHS

Job Description

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE 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.

Main duties of the job

The job of a Bank Housekeeping Assistant at Barchester Healthcare involves creating a warm, homely environment at a care home by keeping it clean and safe. This role is crucial in ensuring that residents, visitors, and staff can enjoy a clean and welcoming atmosphere. The position requires a caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills. Reliability and attention to detail are important traits for this role. In return for their service, Barchester offers competitive pay and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. The flexibility of the role is highlighted as it covers various shifts to accommodate for times of need such as annual or sick leave. Barchester Healthcare places importance on the growth of its employees, providing the necessary training to thrive in the role and offering a meaningful job that impacts the lives of residents and their families. Overall, this position offers opportunities for personal and professional development while contributing positively to others' wellbeing.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, known for its dedication to providing high-quality care in residential and nursing homes. The organisation places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive and nurturing environment for both its residents and staff. At the core of Barchester's mission is the commitment to personal and professional growth for its employees, ensuring their needs are met and they are equipped with the skills necessary to excel in their roles. The healthcare provider offers various training and development opportunities, fostering a culture of learning and advancement. Furthermore, Barchester Healthcare prioritises flexibility, recognising the importance of adapting to the unique needs of its workforce and care recipients. With a focus on delivering care that one would wish for their own loved ones, Barchester has established itself as a respected name in the healthcare sector, valuing safety, cleanliness, and a welcoming environment as integral components of its service delivery.

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs 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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Caring nature, personable approach, good practical skills, reliability, attention to detail

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Stone

ST15 8SQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

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