Housekeeping Assistant

Housekeeping Assistant – Wantage Nursing Home

Location:

Garston Lane, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 7AR
. Pay: £12.45 per hour, 12 hours per week.

At Sanctuary Care, we are a not‑for‑profit organisation that provides high‑quality care homes. We are looking for a Housekeeping Assistant who is caring, enthusiastic and energetic, with a genuine interest in enriching the lives of residents.

• Provide a high‑quality housekeeping service, ensuring a clean and comfortable environment for residents.
• Support the team and collaborate with colleagues to enrich residents’ lives.
• Communicate effectively, be flexible and show genuine interest in older people and their needs.
• Follow procedures and maintain standards in accordance with CQC guidelines.

• Experience is not essential; we provide full training and support.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively.
• Flexible approach and a genuine liking for older people.
• Understanding of health and safety in a care setting is desirable.

Sanctuary Care values your mind and body, offering support such as occupational sick pay, confidential advice services, wellbeing resources, and a greener commute through Cycle to Work.

• Inclusive staff networks (Parent Network, Disability Network).
• Loyalty recognition scheme for 12 months’ service onwards.
• CQC Inspection bonus (subject to qualifying criteria).
• Occupational sick pay after 12 months’ service (subject to qualifying period).
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service (medical & legal).
• Wellbeing resources via employee platforms including Aviva Digicare.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Additional compensation for overtime.
• Financial wellbeing support – access to salary finance and free mortgage advice.
• Exclusive discounts via e‑hub platform.
• Contributory pension plan.
• Life assurance.
• Parental leave schemes (Adoption, Maternity, Paternity & Shared).

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity. We work closely with the Home Office to prevent illegal working; an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required if your application is successful and will be paid for by us.

We invest in training and promotion opportunities, create a positive, inclusive environment where staff are valued, and strive to enrich the lives of both residents and employees. Join a team that makes a difference every day.