At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the housekeeping team to maintain a clean and welcoming environment for residents.
- Company: Colinton Care Home, a supportive and caring environment in Edinburgh.
- Benefits: £13.26 per hour, paid PVG, pension, uniform, and 5.6 weeks annual leave.
- Other info: Join a team that values dignity, respect, and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives by ensuring exceptional cleanliness and comfort.
- Qualifications: Previous housekeeping experience and leadership skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.26 - 13.26 £ per hour.
Colinton Care Home, located in Edinburgh, provides high quality Residential, Nursing, Dementia, Respite and Palliative Care in a warm and welcoming environment. Set within spacious landscaped grounds, the home combines exceptional care with a supportive atmosphere where residents can thrive and colleagues can build rewarding careers.
Creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment is an essential part of exceptional care, and as Housekeeping Supervisor, you will play an important leadership role in ensuring the home consistently maintains the highest standards of cleanliness, comfort and presentation for residents, visitors and colleagues. Working closely with the wider management team, you will oversee the daily housekeeping operation, supporting and guiding the housekeeping team while ensuring all bedrooms, communal areas and shared spaces remain organised, hygienic and maintained to an exceptional standard. Alongside managing daily routines, you will help oversee stock management, infection prevention procedures and ensure housekeeping processes run smoothly throughout the home.
This role is ideal for someone with previous housekeeping experience who takes pride in high standards and is confident leading others. Your attention to detail, organisation and ability to maintain a consistently welcoming environment will have a direct impact on resident comfort, wellbeing and the overall experience throughout the home.
What Matters Most
- Previous housekeeping experience within healthcare, hospitality or similar environments is essential
- Previous experience supervising or supporting a housekeeping team is beneficial
- Good understanding of cleaning standards, infection prevention and health and safety procedures
- Strong organisational skills with confidence managing daily housekeeping operations
- Reliable, professional and proactive approach with excellent attention to detail
- Genuine understanding of how environment and presentation directly impact resident wellbeing
If you are looking for a leadership role where organisation, high standards and creating exceptional environments come together every day, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Alor Healthcare provides high quality care in welcoming and supportive environments where residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion. We are committed to creating workplaces where people feel valued, supported and encouraged to grow. Whether you are new to care or bringing experience, you will be part of a team that takes pride in making a positive difference every day.
