Care is Central is seeking a motivated and compassionate Housekeeping Assistant who has a keen eye for detail to join our growing team of Housekeepers in Leighton Buzzard. We are looking for one full time Housekeeping Assistant 40 hours per week
Our modern 63-bed residential care home is built to Passivhaus standards, offering an energy-efficient, sustainable environment where we deliver excellent care in a beautiful care home environment.
You’ll join a supportive, hands-on team with a full training programme.
What We Are Offering:
- 40 hours per week, permanent role
- £13.04 per hour
- 33 days of annual leave per year (including allowance for bank holidays)
- Your birthday off as paid leave to enjoy the day
- Access to high street discounts and a paid Blue Light Card
- Free uniform and DBS check
- Paid training and induction
What the role entails:
Maintaining a clean, safe, hygienic, and odour-free environment for residents, visitors, and staff, following all housekeeping procedures and ensuring compliance with strict infection control policies. This includes:
- Completing housekeeping, laundry, and documentation accurately
- Follow COSHH regulations and maintain up-to-date training
- Clean all areas to high standards in line with the housekeeping manual
- Safely manage spillages and use cleaning equipment (training provided)
- Use cleaning products as instructed
- Secure cleaning equipment and chemicals at all times
- Use safety signage when required
- Report faults and remove unsafe equipment
- Follow safeguarding policies and Duty of Candour
Requirements:
Experience is helpful but not essential—values, attitude and a willingness to learn matter most.
You must:
- Be eligible to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
- Have good English communication skills
- Be caring, positive, and team-oriented
- Complete an Enhanced DBS check (paid by us)
Application Process:
Apply with your CV. If shortlisted, we’ll contact you to arrange an interview and application form. Early applications are encouraged as roles may close once filled.
We welcome applications from people from all walks of life.
To Find Out More About the Role:
If you wish to find out more about this role, please email Hollie Wiseman at [email protected]
To Find Out More About Care is Central:
To find out more about Care is Central and our vision to be the leading provider of adult social care services in Central Bedfordshire, please visit our website: www.careiscentral.org.uk
Pay: £13.04 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Referral programme
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
