Head Housekeeper

Responsibilities

• To contribute to the achievement of the Home's standards for Housekeeping.
• To undertake general cleaning tasks.
• Manage, allocate duties and supervise the housekeeping team ensuring a quality delivery of service for the duration of each shift.
• Promote best practice throughout the team.
• Complete all orders in line with company policy.
• Complete a full deep clean schedule.
• Ensure the working environment is free from hazards and be aware of the risks when using the equipment.
• Take responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults that the post holder is responsible for or comes into contact with.
• Skills and experience required:
• Background in commercial cleaning in a hotel, care or hospital environment.
• Experience in managing a team of housekeepers.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Experience of Auditing and stock control and legislation e.g. COSHH.
• The Benefits
• Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles
• 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
• Paid DBS
• Uniform provided
• Paid training
• Refer a friend referral scheme, for the following roles only - Registered Nurse, Team Leader / Senior Care Assistant and Care Assistant
• Excellent induction programme for new starters
• A rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress within the company
• Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications
• A competitive rate of pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing programmes
• Recognition awards - employee of the month and golden tickets
• Ongoing career development
• Travel plan - walk or ride a bike and get a free meal that day
• Pension scheme
• Early Pay - access to your money as you earn (pay advance)
• This position is subject to a DBS check
• REF-228 264

Additional Information

Kings Hill Care Home is a brand-new, purpose-built care facility set in one of Kent's most thoughtfully designed modern villages. Opening in Spring 2026, the home has been created from the ground up to support 78 residents with a wide range of needs, including residential, dementia, nursing and respite care. Every aspect of the home reflects our commitment to delivering exceptional standards of safety, comfort and personalised support, enhanced by innovative technology and thoughtfully designed spaces. Situated in the heart of Kings Hill-a thriving community known for its green spaces, safe walkways and strong neighbourhood spirit-the home will be woven into village life. Light, bright and welcoming, the building has been designed to maximise natural light and views of the beautifully landscaped gardens, with spacious balconies providing calm outdoor areas for residents to enjoy. We are seeking to appoint a caring, motivated and experienced Head Housekeeper to join our team. To oversee and ensure that the standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the Home is maintained to the highest level and within the Lovett Care specification. We have a 40 hours contract available with an hourly rate of £14.50. Shift times are 08:00-16:30, with alternate weekend working.

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