Housekeeping Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in London is searching for a Housekeeping Assistant to maintain a high quality housekeeping service that positively impacts residents' lives. The role involves maintaining clean and safe environments, ensuring proper maintenance of living spaces, and supporting residents in a compassionate manner. Ideal candidates are motivated and caring individuals, eager to provide comfort to older people in a team-oriented setting. This position offers training and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Confidential 24/7 employee advice service

Wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work scheme

Contributory pension plan

Life assurance

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience not essential; training provided.
• Respectful of residents’ dignity and comfort.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and safe living environments for residents.
• Assure proper maintenance of resident rooms and common areas.
• Support residents with assistance where appropriate.
• Adhere to hygiene and safety standards set by the facility.
• Report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with care staff to best meet resident needs.

Skills

Motivated, caring, and enthusiastic

Strong communication skills

Flexible approach

Ability to work within a team

Job description

Job Details

Job Reference: 226913

Location: Meadows House Residential and Nursing Home, 95 Tudway Road, Kidbrooke, London, SE3 9YG

Department: Health and Social Care (Domestic and Housekeeping)

Operation: Sanctuary Care

Salary: £12.70 per hour

Hours: 30 hours per week

Benefits

• Occupational sick pay after 12 months’ service (contract hours only)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (medical & legal)
• Wellbeing resources via Aviva Digicare
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Additional overtime compensation
• Financial wellbeing support & mortgage advice
• Exclusive e‑hub discounts
• Contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• Parental leave schemes (adoption, maternity, paternity, shared)
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Complimentary meals during long shifts
• Growth and development training & career opportunities
• Inclusive staff networks (Parent, Disability)
• Loyalty recognition scheme from 12 months’ service onward
• CQC/CI Inspection bonus (qualifying criteria)

Role Overview

As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a high quality housekeeping service, whilst showing care and commitment to having a positive impact on our residents’ lives. You will work with a team, all who want to make our residents comfortable in their home.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and safe living environments for residents.
• Assure proper maintenance of resident rooms and common areas.
• Support residents with assistance where appropriate.
• Adhere to hygiene and safety standards set by the facility.
• Report any maintenance or safety concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with care staff to best meet resident needs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience not essential; training provided.
• Motivated, caring, and enthusiastic with genuine interest in supporting older people.
• Strong communication skills and flexible approach.
• Respectful of residents’ dignity and comfort.
• Ability to work within a team and support colleagues.

Additional Notes

We may require an overseas police check for applicants who have lived or worked overseas. Costs will be reimbursed once employment commences.

We are only accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

We might withdraw this advertisement at any time; please apply early.

Inclusion

Inclusion is one of our core values. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are a Disability Confident employer.