Care Home Cleaner

Job description

Location: On site / Huntingdon PE29 1XL, UKjob type: Permanent / Part-timeSector and subsector: Facilities Management | CleanerHourly Fixed salary: £13.45

As a Care Home Cleaner at our Hunters Down Care Home in Huntingdon, Cambridge you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team. Along with the rest of the Housekeeping Team you will ensure that the care home is always maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and is safe, comfortable and welcoming for the people living in our care home. Taking pride in the service you provide to the people living in our care homes will make a difference every day.

Excelcare is a family‐owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the 'family' and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect:

£13.45 per hour

Part‐time roles available 24 hours a week or 32 hours a week

8am to 4pm (must be able to work alternative weekends)

About the role

Ensure that bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas are cleaned to a high standard at all times.

Undertake deep cleans as required on a rota basis to include floors, soft furnishing, fixtures, fittings, windows and walls.

Dispose of rubbish.

Report any equipment failure or maintenance issues in line with policies and procedures.

Comply with COSHH and Infection Control Regulations.

Engage in meaningful activities with residents as part of the role and promote independence, choice, dignity and respect at all times.

What we are looking for from you

A kind, compassionate approach to everything you do.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good time management and organisation skills.

Flexibility, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour.

An eye for detail and the ability to juggle priorities.

Previous experience in a cleaner or domestic role is desirable.

What we offer in return for your hard work

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Free on‐site parking

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Annual salary review

Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer

DBS certificate paid by Excelcare

Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)

Paid uniform

Employee of the month – £100 for outstanding contribution

Team appreciation week

If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Huntingdonshire

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English