Housekeeping Assistant
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Braintree, CM7 5SE
Salary
£12.75
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
15 September 2026
15 days left
Job description
At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate an...
The role of Housekeeping Assistant at Avery Healthcare involves working as part of a team to ensure all cleanliness and laundry standards are maintained. Following standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry, the assistant ensures hotel service standards are met. Duties include performing cleaning tasks as per instructions, understanding various surface cleaning requirements, and treating residents with dignity and respect. It is crucial for candidates to live by Avery's values and have knowledge of health and safety, such as moving and handling techniques and COSHH assessments. Experience in cleaning laundry in public settings is required, along with the ability to be adaptive and flexible in covering responsibilities.
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Housekeeping Assistant at Braintree Mews Care Home in Braintree. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
Your focus asHousekeepingAssistant will be to work as part of a team, ensuring that all standards of cleanliness and laundry aremaintainedin the home. You willoperateaccording to our standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry, ensuring that hotel service standards aremaintained.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude
- Carrying out all cleaning dutiesin accordance withworksheetinstructions.
- Understandingthe cleaning requirements of different surfaces and coverings and the properties of cleaning materials, ensuring that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition.
- Ensuring that all residents are treated with dignity and respect and that their personal space and belongings are always respected.
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To succeed in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all you do.
Our ideal candidatemusthave
- Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
- Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting.
- Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents.
- The ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require:
- ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, focusing on enriching the later years of residents' lives. Avery is passionate about creating meaningful experiences for both residents and team members through exceptional care across over 100 homes. The company fosters a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Avery's vision of 'creating meaningful lives together' is at the core of its operations, making it a preferred choice for both residents and team members. The company values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care.
Qualifications
Essential
- Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting. Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents. The ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
25 August 2026
Last checked
27 August 2026
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