Housekeeping Assistant

Job summary

Housekeeping Assistant Housekeeping - Valerian Court Care Home Contract:Full TimeSalary:£12.21 Per HourShift Type:DaysContracted hours:30

Valerian Court Care Home is based in Didcot, Oxfordshire, offering exceptional standards of Nursing, Residential, Dementia, and Respite care for 70 residents.

We are seeking a Housekeeping Assistant who will make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents by creating a clean and welcoming environment that supports their well-being. Your attention to detail and commitment to high hygiene standards will be crucial in maintaining a pleasant living space. You will be part of a supportive team where your role is valued, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to a positive atmosphere within the care home.

What We Offer

• £12.21 per hour
• Contracted to 30 hours per week
• Paid breaks
• Pension scheme
• Onsite parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)

What You Will Do
You will provide thorough domestic cleaning services within the care home, adhering to company policies and best practices. You will perform all cleaning tasks in line with hygiene standards, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment. Your duties will include cleaning and protecting various floor surfaces such as carpets and hard floors, maintaining furniture, fixtures, and fittings, and replenishing sanitary supplies. You will manage waste removal and clean vertical surfaces safely without using access equipment. Supporting residents’ daily well-being by helping them settle into their new environment will also be part of your role. Additionally, you will manage laundry services effectively, ensuring safe handling and correct labelling of personal belongings. Following health and safety protocols, infection prevention measures, and fire safety regulations will be essential. You will collaborate closely with other staff to maintain high standards of cleanliness and laundry services throughout the home.

What We Are Looking For

• Attention to detail and commitment to hygiene and cleanliness
• Ability to follow health and safety protocols diligently
• Team player with good communication skills
• Previous experience in housekeeping or care environment is beneficial but not essential

About Us
Valerian Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – guide everything we do. If you share these values and want to build your career in a home where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.