Housekeepers really are essential to the running of any care service. So what is a housekeeping job in adult social care? It could be anything from making sure the residents’ rooms are spotless in a care home, to running a whole housekeeping team.
Housekeeping and Cleaning Jobs
Cleaning jobs in care are rewarding, there’s no doubt about that.
What you do makes a big difference to people’s lives. Your hard work means residents can live happily in clean, comfortable and welcoming surroundings. So not only are the residents happy, their families are too.
As a housekeeping assistant for a care service you might work in a nursing home, care home or in a day centre.
What’s involved?
Your job isn’t just doing the hoovering.
It’s down to you to make sure the standards of cleanliness are high for the residents. This is especially important for older residents. Good cleaning helps keep them safe from germs and bacteria.
Housekeeping jobs will include duties like cleaning, tidying and laundry. This kind of job suits someone who is friendly, positive and organised.
Of course it also helps if you are a whizz at cleaning!
The Benefits
There are lots of benefits to housekeeping jobs in the care sector. It’s not just making money to pay the bills.
- Satisfying work
- You don’t need lots of qualifications to get the job
- Help keep the service running smoothly
- Be part of a team
- Meet interesting people
- No experience needed – training is provided
- A positive attitude and willingness to work goes a long way
- Have a positive impact on people’s lives
- Possibility of flexible working hours
- Opportunities for promotion – e.g. to Housekeeping Supervisor
Gina, Head HousekeeperThe rewards you get are outstanding
WATCH: Gina’s Experience as Head Housekeeper
Gina is Head Housekeeper in a care home for older people. She oversees a team of housekeepers and domestic assistants. Together they keep everything spotless and provide other support to the rest of the team.
In this video, she talks about what she does day-to-day and why she loves her job. She shares her experience of working with the residents and their families.
Gina is Head Housekeeper in a care home. She oversees a team and together they make sure it feels like a real home-from-home.
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