Housekeeping Assistant

Housekeeping Assistant | £12.71ph

Make a Real Difference as a Housekeeping Assistant Housekeeping Assistant – Linfield House, West Worthing

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship.

Start a role where your care, pride, and attention to detail help create a safe, welcoming, and comfortable home for our residents. At Linfield House, Guild Care’s nursing home, you’ll play a vital part in maintaining a clean, dignified environment that supports wellbeing and quality of life. If you’re looking for a role where your contribution truly matters, this is the place to be.

This position offers a set weekly rota with daytime hours.

No experience required, full training provided. We value attitude and reliability above all else.

Hours & Shift Pattern

Contracted Hours: Weekends
Shift Time: 9am–2pm

Day Rates

• £12.71 per hour (Mon–Fri)
• £13.34 per hour (Sat)
• £13.98 per hour (Sun)

About The Role

About This Role

As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that Linfield House is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, comfort, and hygiene. Your work helps create a homely, safe environment where residents feel respected, valued, and cared for.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing thorough, high‑quality cleaning across all areas of the home
• Dusting, polishing, and ensuring furniture is cleaned and moved safely
• Maintaining spotless floor surfaces, carpets, bathrooms, and communal areas
• Replenishing toiletries and essential cleaning supplies
• Supporting laundry duties and assisting residents who wish to participate
• Reporting maintenance concerns or issues relating to residents’ belongings
• Following safe working practices, including COSHH and infection‑control guidelines
• Taking part in team meetings and ongoing training

Every shift is an opportunity to contribute to a warm, dignified environment that enhances residents’ daily lives.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome people who bring:

• A caring, respectful, and conscientious approach
• Pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• A willingness to learn and grow in the role
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Reliability and a positive attitude
• No experience required — full training provided

  We value compassion and attitude above all else.

Why Work for Guild Care?

Guild Care offers more than a job — it offers a supportive, meaningful career. Benefits include:

• High staffing levels: We overstaff by 10% to ensure both residents and staff feel supported
• Supportive environment: Experienced leaders, on‑site trainer, structured guidance, and access to external counselling
• Values‑driven culture: Our BELIEF values (Brave, Engaging, Loving, Integrity, Everyone Matters, Free to be Me) guide everything we do
• Career progression: We invest in your development and help you grow professionally
• Resident‑focused care: We prioritise creating a clean, safe, and welcoming home where residents can live well

Start a Career That Matters

If you’re ready for a rewarding role where your dedication helps create a warm, comfortable home for our residents, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Guild Care at Linfield House and help make every day feel welcoming, safe, and meaningful.

Required Criteria

• Keen eye for detail to ensure high standards of cleanliness and presentation
• Strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Experience and knowledge in safe practices to prevent and reduce infections within a care home setting
• High standard of customer service, interacting positively with residents, families, and visitors
• Ability to provide a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Desired Criteria

• Experience working with older people
• Experience in a care home or residential setting

Skills Needed

Cleaning Skills, Teamwork

About The Company

Our story

Guild Care was founded in Worthing in 1933 by visionary volunteers dedicated to supporting vulnerable individuals in the local community. Originally known as Worthing Council of Social Service, the organisation focused on alleviating poverty, isolation, and health challenges during difficult times. Over the following decades, Guild Care consistently expanded its services, proactively responding to the community's evolving needs.

In the 1950s and 1960s, Guild Care established innovative day centres and residential care homes, significantly enhancing life quality for older adults and individuals with disabilities. Adapting continually, the charity later introduced specialised dementia care facilities and tailored services for those with learning disabilities.

Today, Guild Care supports over 3,000 people annually across West Sussex through a range of community-focused services. Remaining true to its founding values, the organisation is one of Worthing's largest employers, powered by almost 700 dedicated staff members and the essential contributions of more than 300 volunteers, all united in making a meaningful difference.

Company Culture

Our vision

Our vision is for all people in need of care to live ​fulfilling, safe and secure lives​.

Our mission

We will achieve our vision by ensuring our support and services are accessible, effective and lovingly delivered​.

Our BELIEF values

Brave | Engaging | Loving | Integrity | Everyone Matters | Free to Be Me

Our equality statement

At Guild Care, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and equality. We believe that diversity enriches our organisation and enables us to better serve our community.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background.

Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in people's lives.

Company Benefits

At Guild Care, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees in every aspect of their lives—financially, professionally, and personally.

Health and Wellbeing

Your wellbeing is our priority. Staff benefit from an annual Wellbeing Day, free flu vaccinations, and confidential support through the Wisdom Employee Assistance Programme. With schemes like Cycle 2 Work, free eye tests for eligible roles, and mental health support through the Care Workers Charity, we aim to promote a healthier, happier workforce.

Work-life Balance

We understand the importance of flexibility, offering favourable holiday terms, flexible working options, homeworking opportunities, and carers’ leave to help you balance work with life’s demands.

Professional Development

At Guild Care, your career growth is important to us. We provide progressive career pathways, mandatory training programmes, in-house learning opportunities, and access to professional qualifications, including accredited programmes and the Care Certificate.

A Supportive Work Environment

Join a local charity with over 90 years of history and a strong community focus. Employees enjoy supportive colleagues, job satisfaction, and opportunities to engage in events and fundraising activities. Our inclusive culture features initiatives such as length of service recognition, annual staff awards, and employee networking groups.

At Guild Care, we reinvest all our surpluses into our services, staff, and community, ensuring your work makes a meaningful difference every day.

Join us and be part of something extraordinary!

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Employee discounts, Gym membership or wellness programs, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Work With Charities, Social Opportunities, Progression opportunities, Staff celebration events

Salary

£12.71 - £13.98 per hour