This is a full-time, permanent role (35 hours/week), including some weekends. We know life isn't always 9-5, so we offer flexible shift patterns where possible - just talk to us about what works for you. We're looking for a compassionate and organised Head Housekeeper to lead our warm and welcoming housekeeping team at Brendoncare Stildon Make a real difference every day As Head Housekeeper, you'll help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment where our residents truly feel at home. You'll lead the housekeeping and laundry team, ensuring the highest standards are maintained across the home. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Managing the cleaning and laundry team day-to-day
- Creating and updating cleaning and laundry schedules
- Liaising with residents and families to understand preferences
- Supervising external cleaners and monitoring performance
- Ordering and maintaining stock of cleaning supplies and equipment
- Auditing equipment condition and organising repairs/replacements
- Ensuring laundry runs efficiently and meets required standards
- Completing risk assessments
- Ensuring full compliance with COSHH regulations
We're looking for someone with experience in a domestic or cleaning role outside the home, ideally with some supervisory experience.
You'll also need to be:
- A confident and supportive team leader
- Organised, reliable, and proactive
- Kind, approachable, and respectful toward older people
- Comfortable building relationships with residents, relatives, and colleagues
Pay & benefits
- £13.43 per hour, with a 10% premium for night/weekend shifts
- Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
- Free meal provided on every shift
- Comprehensive training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 wellbeing support
- High street discounts on groceries, clothing, gyms & more
- Enhanced annual leave after 5 years of service
- Free on-site parking (subject to availability)
- A welcoming, supportive team culture
Safeguarding is a core priority for us. All successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone.
Please note: We are running a dynamic recruitment process and may begin interviewing suitable candidates before the closing date.
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Contact Details:
The Brendoncare Foundation Recruitment Team
