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Housekeeping Assistant
Housekeeping Assistant
Location: Caer Gwent, West Worthing
Contracted Hours: 10hrs per week, Mon & Tues.
Salary: £11.44 Mon-Fri, £12.01 Sat & Sun
Hours: 8am-1pm, 8:30am - 1:30pm or 9am-2pm.
About the role:
As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that the home is maintained to the highest level of cleanliness and neatness while respecting the privacy and dignity of our residents. Working as part of a team, you will follow safe working practices and adhere to health and safety guidelines, including COSHH regulations.
About the role
Key Responsibilities:
Clean all floor surfaces, carpets, and non-carpeted areas.
Dust and polish furniture, ensuring it is moved and cleaned thoroughly.
Maintain the cleanliness of paintwork, toilets, baths, and associated equipment.
Replace toiletries and cleaning supplies as required.
Support laundry duties and assist residents with cleaning if they wish to participate.
Report maintenance issues or incidents concerning residents or their belongings.
Actively participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Keen eye for detail to ensure high standards of cleanliness and presentation
- Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Experience and knowledge in safe practices to prevent and reduce infections within a care home setting
- High standard of customer service, interacting positively with residents, families, and visitors
- Ability to provide a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Desired criteria
- Experience working with older people
- Experience in a care home or residential setting
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Cleaning Skills
Teamwork
Guild Care
We are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day.
Guild Care was founded in Worthing in 1933 by visionary volunteers dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the local community. Originally known as Worthing Council of Social Service, the organisation focused on alleviating poverty, isolation, and health challenges during difficult times. Over the following decades, Guild Care consistently expanded its services, proactively responding to the community's evolving needs. In the 1950s and 1960s, Guild Care established innovative day centres and residential care homes, significantly enhancing life quality for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Adapting continually, the charity later introduced specialised dementia care facilities and tailored services for those with learning disabilities. Today, Guild Care supports over 3,000 people annually across West Sussex through a range of community-focused services. Remaining true to its founding values, the organisation is one of Worthing's largest employers, powered by almost 700 dedicated staff members and the essential contributions of more than 300 volunteers, all united in making a meaningful difference.Our story
Our vision is for all people in need of care to live fulfilling, safe and secure lives. We will achieve our vision by ensuring our support and services are accessible, effective and lovingly delivered. Brave | Engaging | Loving | Integrity | Everyone Matters | Free to Be Me At Guild Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and equality. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and enables us to better serve our community. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in people's lives.Our vision
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Our BELIEF values
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Our benefits
At Guild Care, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees in every aspect of their lives—financially, professionally, and personally. Health and Wellbeing Your wellbeing is our priority. Staff benefit from an annual Wellbeing Day, free flu vaccinations, and confidential support through the BHSF Employee Assistance Programme. With schemes like Cycle 2 Work, free eye tests for eligible roles, and mental health support through the Care Workers Charity, we aim to promote a healthier, happier workforce. Work-life Balance We understand the importance of flexibility, offering favourable holiday terms, flexible working options, homeworking opportunities, and carers’ leave to help you balance work with life’s demands. Professional Development At Guild Care, your career growth is important to us. We provide progressive career pathways, mandatory training programmes, in-house learning opportunities, and access to professional qualifications, including accredited programmes and the Care Certificate. A Supportive Work Environment Join a local charity with over 90 years of history and a strong community focus. Employees enjoy supportive colleagues, job satisfaction, and opportunities to engage in events and fundraising activities. Our inclusive culture features initiatives such as length of service recognition, annual staff awards, and employee networking groups. At Guild Care, we reinvest all our surpluses into our services, staff, and community, ensuring your work makes a meaningful difference every day. Join us and be part of something extraordinary!
Vacation, Paid time off
Retirement plan and/or pension
Employee development programs
Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
Cycle to work
Referral bonus
Competitive salary
Long service recognition
Employee Assistance Scheme
Wellbeing Scheme
Blue Light Card
Work With Charities
Social Opportunities
Progression opportunities
Staff celebration events
Housekeeping Assistant
We are Worthing’s leading and most established social care charity, supporting people to live well, enjoy life and love every day.
