<p>Proud to be not-for-profit, at Sanctuary Care we provide high quality care homes where people are looked after with the utmost dignity and respect. At the very heart of everything we do is our mission to go beyond the standard expectation of providing great care, by doing everything we can to enrich the lives of the residents we are privileged to care for, their loved ones and as importantly, our dedicated and valued staff.</p><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Housekeeping Assistant</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Orchard House Residential Care Home, 191 High Street, Sawston, Cambridgeshire, CB22 3HJ</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>£12.81 per hour</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong> </strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>30 hours and 18 hours per week available</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Where purpose meets possibility</strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">We believe creating a welcoming, comfortable home is just as important as the care we provide, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Housekeeping Assistant to our friendly team at Orchard House Residential Care Home in Sawston. With 94% of our colleagues saying they would recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture where you’re supported to thrive and grow, and recognised for the difference you make.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Your role</strong></span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Provide a high-quality housekeeping service that helps residents feel comfortable in their home</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Keep bedrooms, communal areas and facilities clean, safe and welcoming</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Work closely with colleagues to support residents’ daily wellbeing</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Use care and attention to detail to make a positive difference to residents’ lives</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Contribute to a supportive, friendly team environment</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Your skills</strong></span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">A caring, enthusiastic and kind approach with a genuine interest in older people</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Good teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Clear communication skills and a flexible approach to your work</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Energy and commitment to making a positive impact each day</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">A focus on treating everyone with dignity and respect</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><strong>Your rewards</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside <strong>28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays)</strong>, <strong>occupational</strong> <strong>sick pay</strong> linked to length of service, and a <strong>contributory</strong> <strong>pension</strong>, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:</span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;color:black">CQC <stron…