Housekeeping Assistant (Part‑time)

About the role

As a Housekeeping Assistant at HC‑One you will help keep the care home environment clean, safe and welcoming for residents and visitors. This part‑time role (16 hours per week) is based at Needham Court in Jarrow and plays a key part in supporting the wellbeing of people living with dementia, nursing and residential care needs.

Key responsibilities

• Clean bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas following the daily schedule.
• Use cleaning products safely and adhere to hygiene and infection‑control procedures.
• Assist with laundry and linen handling.
• Report any maintenance issues or repairs promptly.
• Support the team lead in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Required profile

• Positive, kind and respectful attitude when interacting with residents, visitors and colleagues.
• Organised with good time‑management and attention to detail.
• Willingness to recognise and report safeguarding concerns.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Some housekeeping experience is helpful, but full training will be provided.

Required skills

What we offer

• Referral programme.
• Annual leave.
• Employee discount.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Company pension.