Dawlish, South Devon (near Torquay & Exeter)
£12.75 per hour + Paid Breaks
18 Hours per Week | 3 x 6-Hour Shifts
⏰ 9:00am – 3:00pm
Are you an experienced and reliable Housekeeper looking for your next opportunity within a high-quality residential care setting?
We are currently recruiting for a Housekeeper to join a beautiful country house care home set within seven acres of landscaped gardens in Dawlish, South Devon.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, family-run residential care home with an outstanding local reputation for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Rated "GOOD" by CQC, the home provides a warm, welcoming environment where both residents and staff are valued, supported and encouraged to thrive.
About the Home
Set within seven acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, this elegant country house offers a peaceful and homely environment for up to 36 elderly residents requiring residential care.
The home combines character and comfort with high standards of care, creating a supportive setting where residents are encouraged to maintain their independence while receiving personalised care tailored to their individual needs.
Residents benefit from a welcoming atmosphere where dignity, respect and wellbeing remain at the heart of everyday life.
The Ethos
The home is committed to delivering exceptional, person-centred care that enables every resident to enjoy a fulfilling, comfortable and independent lifestyle wherever possible.
As an independent, family-run service, there is a genuine focus on building meaningful relationships with residents, relatives and staff, creating a true home-from-home environment built on kindness, compassion and respect.
The Role
As a Housekeeper, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, comfortable and welcoming environment for residents, visitors and staff.
You will work as part of the wider team to ensure the home is maintained to a high standard, helping to create a pleasant and homely environment for residents to enjoy.
Your responsibilities will include:
Cleaning residents' bedrooms and communal areas to a high standard
Maintaining cleanliness throughout the home
Cleaning bathrooms, corridors, lounges, dining areas and other shared spaces
Changing bedding and maintaining residents' rooms as required
Ensuring cleaning supplies and equipment are used safely and appropriately
Following appropriate infection prevention and control procedures
Reporting any maintenance issues or concerns to the appropriate member of staff
Working respectfully around residents and taking care not to disturb their comfort and routine
Supporting a warm, welcoming and homely environment
Working closely with the care and wider housekeeping team
Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation at all times
Working Hours
18 Hours per Week
3 x 6-Hour Shifts
⏰ 9:00am – 3:00pm
£12.75 per hour + Paid Breaks
About You
Previous housekeeping, cleaning or domestic experience is desirable
Experience within a care home, hotel or similar environment would be advantageous
Reliable, hardworking and conscientious
Takes pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
Caring, respectful and considerate towards elderly residents
Good attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Organised and able to manage daily cleaning responsibilities effectively
Committed to maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment
Positive attitude and professional approach
£12.75 per hour + Paid Breaks
18 hours per week
3 x 6-hour shifts
9:00am – 3:00pm
Opportunity to join a highly regarded, family-run residential care home
Supportive management team with excellent staff retention
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Beautiful countryside working environment in South Devon
Friendly and supportive working environment
Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of residents every day
In Return
If you're a reliable and hardworking Housekeeper looking to join a caring, supportive and well-established home where quality comes first, we'd love to hear from you.
To Apply: Contact Myles on (phone number removed)
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