Housekeeper in Midsomer Norton

Job Summary

At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose – to improve people’s lives. We are looking for a Housekeeper to be based in one of our Community Resource Centres (CRC) at Combe Lea Resource Centre in Midsomer Norton on a part‑time basis. This is a permanent contract supporting our housekeeping team: 30 hours per week on a four‑week rolling rota.

What is a Community Resource Centre (CRC)?

Bath and North East Somerset have two care homes which are Community Resource Centres in Bath and Midsomer Norton. Each CRC includes a residential care home for 30 to 45 people, providing care and health services in a comfortable, safe environment for older vulnerable adults with a variety of disabilities, including dementia.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out domestic tasks which maintain a high standard of cleanliness and tidiness throughout the care home, considering the wishes of service users.
• Be a good team player with strong communication skills.
• Develop appropriate and professional relationships with residents and carers, valuing them as individuals and maintaining effective communication.
• Undertake laundry services for residents and the care home, including sorting, washing, ironing, and operating laundry equipment.
• Clean soft furnishings within the home.
• Keep up‑to‑date written records.

Contact

If you are interested in this post and would like more details or to discuss the role, contact Kerry Love, Deputy Manager, at kerry-ann_Love@bathnes.gov.uk. #proudtocarebathnes

Interview

Interview date: 04/04/2026

Additional Information

No agencies please. Please note that this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to high demand. We advise all interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Equal Opportunities

The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.

Prior Consideration

Please note, BANES Council operates a policy of prior consideration for roles for any individual on the Council’s at‑risk register (redeployee). Should a redeployee express an interest in this role and meet the essential criteria, they will be considered ahead of external applicants.

Benefits and Values

We offer a wide range of benefits to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.