Housekeeper
Agincare
Weymouth, DT3 6HR
Salary
£12.85
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
5 September 2026
5 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
This Housekeeper role involves keeping a care home clean and safe, supporting residents, and working with a friendly team. It's a great fit for someone who is compassionate, reliable, and enjoys helping others. You'll work 12 hours a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
What you'll need
- You'll need to be able to work 12 hours a week on Saturdays and Sundays.
- You should be able to lift and move heavy cleaning equipment.
- You'll need to be reliable and able to work as part of a team.
- You should be compassionate and enjoy helping others.
- You'll need to be able to follow health and safety guidelines.
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering at a care home to get experience and see if it's a good fit for you.
- Think about taking a course in health and social care to learn more about the sector.
- Make sure you're available to work the required hours on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Highlight your ability to work as part of a team and your compassion for others in your application.
- Check that you meet the minimum 12 months' experience requirement.
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Job description
Package Description: Housekeeper - Bosworth Care Home, Weymouth Pay: £12.85 per hour Location: Bosworth Care Home, Southdown Avenue, Weymouth, DT3 6HR...
The role of a Domestic Care Assistant at Bosworth Care Home is integral to supporting residents to live comfortably, safely, and with dignity. This position involves working 12 hours per week from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Responsibilities include communal cleaning to ensure safe and clean environments for residents and employees, domestic tasks such as dusting, polishing, and vacuuming residents bedrooms, and working collaboratively with the home management team to maintain hygiene standards. Additionally, the role involves providing companionship to residents and supporting team members through shadowing and teamwork. Individuals seeking this fulfilling role are expected to be compassionate, positive, and reliable.
Package Description: Housekeeper - Bosworth Care Home, Weymouth
Pay: £12.85 per hour Location: Bosworth Care Home, Southdown Avenue, Weymouth, DT3 6HR
Join a team where you truly make a difference
At Bosworth Care Home, we believe great care starts with a happy, supported team. If youre compassionate, reliable, and looking for a rewarding role where every day matters, wed love to hear from you.
What We Offer A close-knit, friendly team with many long-standing staff members
Pension scheme
Ongoing training and development opportunities with funded qualifications up to QCF level 5
Refer a Friend bonus scheme (up to £1,000)
Blue Light Card discount package
£12.85 per hour
On-demand pay, access your earnings when you need them
A welcoming, supportive working environment
About UsBosworth Care Home has been part of the Weymouth community since 1988. Now under new management and benefiting from significant investment, the home has never looked better. Were proud to offer a warm, homely environment where residents feel safe, valued, and truly at home, supported by a caring team who genuinely enjoy what they do.
The Role Domestic Care Assistant - working from 12 hours per week from 10am to 4pm on a Saturday and a Sunday on a weekly basis
As a Domestic Care Assistant, youll play a vital role in supporting residents to live comfortably, safely, and with dignity. No two days are the same, but your responsibilities will include:
Communal cleaning ensure the communal areas are kept clean and safe for residents and employees
Domestic tasks - dust, polish and vacuum residents bedrooms thoroughly and ensuring use of appropriate warning signs when required
Collaboration - work closely with the home management team to ensure the home meets the standards of hygiene and cleanliness
Companionship - Provide support, communication and engagement to residents.
Team support - helping new or existing colleagues through shadowing and teamwork, and supporting the smooth running of the home when required
What Were Looking For A minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK, please note: Under new guidance we are unable to accept skilled or student visas
Caring, positive, and reliable individuals
Previous care experience is not essential, as fully funded training is provided
Opportunities Available: Housekeeper working 18 hours per week over three 6 hour shifts from 10am to 4pm
Housekeeper working 24 hours per week over four 6 hour shifts from 10am to 4pm
If youre looking for a role where you can build relationships, make a real difference, and be part of a supportive team, wed love to welcome you to Bosworth Care Home.
WEYSP
Bosworth Care Home, part of Agincare Homes Holdings, is located in Weymouth and has been serving the community since 1988. Under new management and having benefitted from significant investment, the home has improved its facilities to offer residents a warm and homely environment. The care home focuses on providing a safe and value-driven space where residents are treated with dignity and care. Bosworth is proud of its close-knit and friendly team of long-standing staff members, and it provides ongoing training and development opportunities with funded qualifications up to QCF level 5. A supportive and welcoming work environment contributes to the overall mission of making a difference every day.
Qualifications
Essential
- Previous care experience is not essential as fully funded training is provided. A minimum of 12 months remaining on your right to work in the UK.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
10 August 2026
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