Job Description: Head Housekeeper
Location: Adel Square, Adel, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (37.5 hours per week and alternate weekends)
Sponsorship: Not currently available
Join St Mary’s Care Group - Make Every Day Matter
At St Mary’s Care Group, we believe in delivering more than just care. Our values are rooted in dignity, respect, and a personalised approach that places each resident’s wellbeing, independence and choices at the heart of everything we do.
At Adel Sqaure. we know that the little things can make a big difference in someone’s day. That’s why we’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic Head Housekeeper to help bring colour and connection to life at our home in Leeds.
You’ll be joining a team where compassion and empowerment go hand in hand, and where every colleague plays a vital part in improving the quality of life for those we care for.
If you’re passionate about helping others live well, and you love the idea of making every day more meaningful, this could be the role for you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As our Head Housekeeper, you’ll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:
- Prioritise workload of, and allocate tasks to, Domestic and Laundry Staff.
- Create and maintain cleaning regimes (daily, weekly, periodically etc.) for all areas of the Home (excluding those maintained by Kitchen Staff), in line with the Company’s attention to detail philosophy.
- Ensure that the following are carried out at appropriate intervals in all areas of the Home (excluding those maintained by Kitchen Staff), in line with the Company’s attention to detail philosophy:
- Through cleaning of all areas.
- Dusting, vacuuming and washing down of all areas.
- Cleaning all windows.
- Polishing of mirrors, brass plates on doors and furniture (as applicable).
- Dusting all ledges, pictures, high areas and skirting boards.
- Shampooing of carpets.
- Cleaning curtains and furniture.
- Emptying/cleaning waste bins.
- Restocking of toiletries, soaps, towels, etc.
- Conduct random audit checks of all areas of the Home (excluding those maintained by Kitchen Staff), at appropriate intervals, to ensure cleaning has been properly carried out. (Home Safety & Equipment)
- Continuously assess the work of all Staff Members to ensure consistently high standards.
- Liaise with the Home Manager regarding the effectiveness of cleaning products and ensure their safe storage.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
- Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
- Organised, reliable, and confident in leading a team
- Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others
- Passionate about improving the lives of older people
- Able to work flexibly across some evenings and weekends
- Previous experience in a care or activity setting is a bonus, but we’re just as interested in your personality and values
What We Offer
Working at St Mary’s Care Group means being part of something special. You’ll enjoy:
- A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace
- Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
- A chance to make a meaningful impact in people’s lives every day
- A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents
If you believe that happiness and empathy should be at the heart of care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us make a real difference to the lives of residents at Adel Square.
