Housekeeper
at CORNWALLIS CARE SERVICES UK Skilled Worker EmployerTrecarrel Care Home, Tywardreath, Cornwall Full-Time 10am - 6pm Housekeeper - Making a Difference, One Room at a Time Are you a kind and compassionate person with a passion for keeping spaces clean, safe, and welcoming? Would you love to play a vital role in improving the daily lives of others? we're looking to recruit a friendly and enthusiastic Housekeeper to join our dedicated domestic team. You'll help create a warm and comfortable environment for our residents by maintaining the home to the highest standards of cleanliness, all while bringing a caring, person-centred approach to your work. This isn't just cleaning - it's a chance to brighten someone's day through meaningful interactions and thoughtful support. £500 refer a friend scheme Reward and recognition Schemes Supportive team environment Uniform, parking, training and DBS provided Enhancements paid for weekend - (time and a quarter) Enhancements paid for bank holidays - (double time) Job Purpose The role of the Housekeeper is essential to helping our residents live full, happy, and healthy lives. You'll take pride in delivering a spotless and hygienic home environment that contributes to their comfort, dignity, and wellbeing. Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Dusting and polishing furniture and fixtures
- Cleaning and sanitising bathrooms, sinks, and countertops
- Making beds and changing linens
- Using cleaning tools such as vacuums, mops, and cloths effectively
- Keeping bathrooms stocked with toiletries and fresh towels
- Cleaning mirrors, glass surfaces, and communal areas
- Tidying and refreshing residents' rooms
- Monitoring and ordering cleaning supplies as required
- Reporting repairs or maintenance issues promptly
- Assisting in laundry duties and ensuring cleanliness throughout the home
- Interacting positively with residents - joining conversations, offering a smile, and contributing to their sense of home Requirements
- Naturally kind, caring, and compassionate
- Highly motivated with great attention to detail
- Able to work independently and manage tasks efficiently
- Comfortable communicating with residents and colleagues
- Experience in housekeeping or cleaning preferred, but not essential
- Willingness to work in both cleaning and laundry areas of the home
- Passionate about making residents feel comfortable, safe, and cared for Payrate
- £12.80 per hour
- £16.00 per hour (Weekends)
- £25.60 per hour (Bank Holidays) If you take pride in your work, enjoy helping others, and want to be part of a supportive, caring team, we'd love to welcome you on board.
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