Housekeeper
About this role
Job Advertisement: Bank Housekeeper
Position: Housekeeper
Location: Westgate House Care Home, Millington Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 8FE
Pay Rate: £13.14 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancement rates available)
Shift Times Available: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM & 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Contract Type: Bank / Flexible (0 Hours)
Closing Date: 31st August 2026
About the Role
As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are partnering to recruit a dedicated and meticulous Bank Housekeeper for Westgate House. Situated in the charming Oxfordshire town of Wallingford at the end of a quiet residential cul-de-sac—just a short distance from the town centre and local amenities—this home offers compassionate respite, dementia, nursing, and residential care.
As a Housekeeper, you will play a vital role in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the home. Using specialised equipment and materials, you will ensure every room and living space is clean, tidy, safe, and welcoming for residents, visitors, and staff. You may even find some of our residents eager to lend a hand with simple cleaning and laundry tasks as you carry out your daily routines!
Key Responsibilities
Cleaning & Hygiene: Maintain immaculate standards of cleanliness, tidiness, and infection control throughout bedrooms and communal living spaces.
Safe Environment: Use specialised cleaning materials and equipment safely to create a secure, comfortable atmosphere.
Resident Interaction: Build caring, sensitive relationships with residents, welcoming helpers and chatting warmly during your daily routines.
Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly alongside the wider care and support team to uphold the home's warm and welcoming environment.
What We Are Looking For
Experience: Previous housekeeping experience is wonderful, but not essential—we provide full, comprehensive training for newcomers to the profession.
Personality: A caring, sensitive, and approachable nature with a genuine comfort around elderly residents.
Attitude: Someone who takes immense pride in their work, communicates well, enjoys teamwork, and has a keen eye for detail.
Benefits & Rewards
Competitive Pay: £13.14 per hour, with higher rates for weekend shifts and relevant NVQs.
Flexibility: Bank contract offering flexible hours (with shift options from 8am-2pm or 1pm-6pm) to fit your lifestyle, studies, or other commitments.
Generous Leave: Pro-rata annual leave entitlement.
Wellbeing Support: Access to a workplace pension scheme and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Perks & Schemes: Free uniform, free enhanced DBS check, free parking, Blue Light Card discounts, "My Rewards" programme, and a Refer-a-Friend reward scheme.