Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home
About this role
Job Advertisement: Housekeeping Assistant (Permanent - Part-Time)
Position Overview
Role: Housekeeping Assistant - Care Home (Permanent)
Location: Newlands Care Centre, Newlands Park, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3NE
Pay Rate: £13.21 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time
Hours: 20.00 hours per week
Shift: Days
Closing Date: 6 September 2026
About the Role
Are you reliable, detail-oriented, and looking for a rewarding part-time role where your efforts directly help create a warm, clean, and homely environment for care home residents?
Working as a permanent Housekeeping Assistant through our supportive bridge staffing agency on behalf of Barchester Healthcare, you will undertake a variety of essential cleaning and upkeep tasks at Newlands Care Centre. Your work will ensure that residents, visitors, and staff all enjoy a safe, tidy, and welcoming space every single day.
Key Responsibilities (What You'll Do)
Undertake a variety of housekeeping and cleaning duties to maintain pristine standards of hygiene.
Ensure all resident rooms, communal areas, and living spaces are clean, safe, and tidy.
Help foster a warm, welcoming, and homely environment across daytime shifts.
Support the wider care team by ensuring a well-maintained setting for everyone.
Candidate Requirements (What You'll Need)
A caring nature, personable approach, and good practical skills.
Reliability and a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
Excellent attention to detail and a passion for making a positive difference.
Note: Full, comprehensive training will be provided to help you thrive!
Rewards & Benefits Package
Competitive Pay: Excellent hourly rate of £13.21 for 20 hours per week.
Professional Development: Free ongoing training and career development opportunities for all roles.
Wellbeing Support: Access to comprehensive wellbeing tools and support resources.
Perks & Recognition: A range of retail discounts and savings, "Employee of the Month" awards, "Long Service Awards," and an unlimited 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.