Housekeeping Assistant

Sanctuary Group•Telford, PA

4d•£13•Onsite

About The Position

Proud to be not-for-profit, at Sanctuary Care we provide high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect. At the very heart of everything we do is our mission to go beyond the standard expectation of providing great care, by doing everything we can to enrich the lives of the residents we are privileged to care for, their loved ones and as importantly, our dedicated and valued staff. We believe creating a welcoming, comfortable home is just as important as the care we provide, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Housekeeping Assistant to our friendly team at Lake View Residential Care Home in Telford – Brookside Avenue, TF3 1LB. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make. We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there. When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

Requirements

A caring, enthusiastic and kind approach with a genuine interest in older people
Good teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues
Clear communication skills and a flexible approach to your work
Energy and commitment to making a positive impact each day
A focus on treating everyone with dignity and respect
Right to work in the UK
Safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed

Responsibilities

Provide a high-quality housekeeping service that helps residents feel comfortable in their home
Keep bedrooms, communal areas and facilities clean, safe and welcoming
Work closely with colleagues to support residents’ daily wellbeing
Use care and attention to detail to make a positive difference to residents’ lives
Contribute to a supportive, friendly team environment

Benefits

28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays)
Occupational sick pay linked to length of service
Contributory pension
CQC inspection bonus
Health and wellbeing support – including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
Company-paid life insurance
Parental leave arrangements
Annual leave purchase scheme
Company-funded training
Ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
Flexible working options
Inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
Free meals dependant on shift duration
Exclusive retail discounts
Cycle to Work
Salary sacrifice arrangements