Job Advertisement: Relief / Bank Housekeeper

Position: Housekeeper / Relief Housekeeper

Location: The Heights Care Home, 5 Langley Close, Downley, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP13 5US

Pay Rate: £12.97 per hour

Contract Type: Bank / Relief (0 Hours)

Closing Date: 31st August 2026

About the Role

As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are partnering to recruit a dedicated and meticulous Relief Housekeeper for The Heights. Designed and built to enable the effective delivery of specialist nursing care, this modern, bright 75-room home in High Wycombe features a practical nursing unit on each wing, ample communal and outdoor spaces, and a vibrant, stimulating environment where residents are encouraged to feel truly at home.

As a Housekeeper, you will play a vital role in maintaining immaculate standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the home. Using specialised equipment and materials, you will ensure every room and living space is clean, safe, and welcoming for residents, visitors, and staff. You might even find some of our residents eager to lend a hand with simple cleaning and laundry tasks as you carry out your daily routines!

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning & Hygiene: Maintain pristine standards of cleanliness, tidiness, and infection control throughout bedrooms and communal living areas.
Safe Environment: Use specialised cleaning materials and equipment safely to create a secure, comfortable atmosphere for residents and visitors.
Resident Interaction: Build caring, sensitive relationships with residents, welcoming helpers and chatting warmly during your daily routines.
Team Collaboration: Work seamlessly alongside the wider care and support team to uphold the home's warm and welcoming environment.

What We Are Looking For

Experience: Previous housekeeping experience is wonderful, but not essential—we provide full, comprehensive training for newcomers to the profession.
Personality: A caring, sensitive, and approachable nature with a genuine comfort around elderly residents.
Attitude: Someone who takes immense pride in their work, communicates well, enjoys teamwork, and is eager to learn and excel every day.

Benefits & Rewards

Competitive Pay: £12.97 per hour.
Flexibility: Bank/relief contract offering adaptable hours to fit around your lifestyle, studies, or other commitments.
Generous Leave: 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays, pro-rata).
Wellbeing Support: Access to a workplace pension scheme and an Employee Assistance Programme.
Perks & Schemes: Free uniform, free enhanced DBS check, Blue Light Card discounts, "My Rewards" programme, and a Refer-a-Friend scheme rewarding up to £1,000.