Head Housekeeper

Location: Adel Square, Adel, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (28 hours per week and alternate weekends)

Sponsorship: Not currently available

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. 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 bring colour and connection to life at our home in Leeds.

• 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):
  • 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.

• 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

• 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