Housekeeper
About this role
Job Advertisement: Bank Housekeeper
Position: Housekeeper
Location: Goodson Lodge Care Home, Hilperton Road, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 7JG
Pay Rate: £13.01 per hour (plus weekend and NVQ enhancements available)
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 Housekeeper for Goodson Lodge. Situated in the historic county town of Trowbridge, this purpose-built care home provides 24-hour specialist person-centred dementia care, residential care, and respite care in a warm and thoughtfully designed environment.
As a Housekeeper, you will play a vital role in maintaining immaculate standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the home. Using specialised equipment and materials, you will ensure every room and living space is clean, safe, and welcoming for residents, visitors, and staff. You might 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 pristine standards of cleanliness, tidiness, and infection control throughout bedrooms and communal areas.
Safe Environment: Use specialised cleaning materials and equipment safely to create a secure, comfortable atmosphere for residents and visitors.
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 is eager to learn and excel every day.
Benefits & Rewards
Competitive Pay: £13.01 per hour, with higher rates for weekend shifts and relevant NVQs.
Flexibility: Bank contract offering flexible hours to fit around your lifestyle, studies, or other commitments.
Generous Leave: 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays, pro-rata).
Wellbeing Support: Access to a workplace pension scheme and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Perks & Schemes: Free uniform, free enhanced DBS check, Blue Light Card discounts, "My Rewards" programme, and a Refer-a-Friend scheme rewarding up to £1,000.