Housekeeper
| Company: | Cornwallis Care Services Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.80 to £25.60 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | PL24 2LX |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 22 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Housekeeper
Hendra Court Nursing Home
Par, Cornwall
30 hour contract
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’d love to hear from you!
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
✔️ Enhancements paid for bank holidays
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.