Housekeeper

Forest Holidays Group Limited; East Stratton, Forest of Dean, Micheldever; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading holiday provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for their Blackwood team. This part-time role involves cleaning and preparing cabins to ensure high standards of cleanliness and welcoming environments for guests. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude, teamwork skills, and attention to detail. Benefits include a generous holiday allowance, performance bonuses, and discounted meals, making it a rewarding opportunity in a stunning natural location.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Performance-based bonuses

Pension scheme

Subsidised meals

Wellbeing events & activities

Discounts on holidays

Qualifications

• Some previous experience in a similar role.
• A willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Strong work ethic and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and preparing multiple cabins per shift.
• Ensuring all cabins are spotless and welcoming for guests.
• Following brand standards for guest experiences.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

🍃 Be part of creating unforgettable escapes to a cabin in Blackwood Forest 🍃

• Location: Blackwood Forest (Hampshire)
• Salary: £12.21 per hour
• Working Hours: Part-time, 12 hours per week
• Days of Work: Mondays and Fridays only, 9:30am until 4pm

We have an exciting opportunity for a Housekeeper to join our Blackwood team! Work in one of the UK’s most stunning forest locations, developing your skills while providing outstanding service to our guests. Sheltered beneath the protective canopy of ancient oak woodland or situated in the open meadow at the forest edge, our cabins offer an escape from everyday life in one of Britain’s most amazing forests.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and preparing multiple cabins per shift to the highest standard.
• Ensuring all cabins are spotless and welcoming for arriving guests.
• Taking pride in your work and attention to detail at all times.
• Following brand standards to ensure every guest experiences the Forest Feeling from the moment they step into their cabin.

What Are We Looking For? (Qualifications & Attributes)

Our ideal Housekeeper will be enthusiastic, energetic, and eager to deliver on our exceptional brand standards. You’ll be a team player with a keen eye for detail, capable of building good working relationships with colleagues and meeting set timescales.

• A positive, can-do attitude and a strong work ethic
• The ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively with colleagues
• Great attention to detail, ensuring high cleanliness standards are met
• Some previous experience in a similar role
• A willingness to work outdoors in a natural setting, whatever the weather

About Forest Holidays

We’re a Certified B Corp, recognised as a force for good. Our holidays are good for people and the planet. We’ve never done business as usual. Our holidays are unique, and so are we. We’re a team of 800 people, stewards of 244.5 hectares of forest, managing the land for conservation while creating spaces in nature for people to stay.

Our tucked-away cabin locations are always thoughtfully placed — places to discover the wonders of nature and realise the part we all play in protecting it.

Why Join Us?

As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, including:

• Generous holiday allowance – Take the time you need to recharge
• Performance-based bonuses – Earn a 5% bonus (paid quarterly) when customer service targets are met
• Social events and awards evenings – Celebrate success with your team
• Pension scheme – Secure your future with our company pension
• One full paid day to volunteer – Give back to a cause you care about
• Subsidised meals – Discounted food when working on location
• Wellbeing events & activities – Focus on your mental and physical wellness
• Save on breaks – Enjoy up to 20% off. Friends and family also receive 15% off.
• Hundreds of discounts – Save on top brands across the UK

Pay Rates for Aged 16 and 17: 16 years: £7.55 per hour; 17 years: £10.00 per hour

Reasonable Adjustments

We’re all about diversity, inclusion, and bringing your authentic self to work. Need adjustments for the recruitment process? Just ask, our team is happy to help.

👉 Click ‘Apply’ now to start your journey with us at Blackwood! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity.