Head Housekeeper

Chelmsford Manor Care Home is a brand-new, purpose-built luxury care home located on Galleywood Road in the vibrant city of Chelmsford. Opening in 2026, the home has been thoughtfully designed to provide exceptional residential, dementia, nursing and respite care in an environment where comfort, dignity and independence are at the heart of everyday life. Every detail has been carefully considered to create a welcoming home, combining elegant surroundings, innovative technology and compassionate, person-centred care to ensure residents receive the highest standards of support. Situated within easy reach of Chelmsford city centre and surrounded by the beautiful Essex countryside, Chelmsford Manor offers the perfect balance of tranquillity and convenience. The home will feature bright, contemporary living spaces, beautifully landscaped gardens, stylish communal lounges and a range of luxury amenities designed to encourage social connection, wellbeing and meaningful experiences. As part of the local community, Chelmsford Manor will provide residents with a place where they can continue to live fulfilling lives while enjoying the reassurance of expert care delivered by a dedicated and passionate team. We are seeking to appoint a caring, motivated and experienced Head Housekeeper to join our team. To oversee and ensure that the standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the Home is maintained to the highest level and within the Lovett Care specification. We have a 40 hours contract available with an hourly rate of £14.50. Shift times are 0800-1630, with alternate weekend working. Role Responsibilities: • To contribute to the achievement of the Home’s standards for Housekeeping. • To undertake general cleaning tasks. • Manage, allocate duties and supervise the housekeeping team ensuring a quality delivery of service for the duration of each shift. • Promote best practice throughout the team. • Complete all orders in line with company policy. • Complete a full deep clean schedule. • Ensure the working environment is free from hazards and be aware of the risks when using the equipment. • Take responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of adults that the post holder is responsible for or comes into contact with. Skills and experience required: • Background in commercial cleaning in a hotel, care or hospital environment. • ·Experience in managing a team of housekeepers. • ·Excellent communication and organisation skills. • ·Experience of Auditing and stock control and legislation e.g. COSHH. The Benefits • Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles • 5.6 weeks annual leave per annum • Paid DBS • Uniform provided • Paid training • Refer a friend referral scheme, for the following roles only – Registered Nurse, Team Leader / Senior Care Assistant and Care Assistant • Excellent induction programme for new starters • A rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress within the company • Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications • A competitive rate of pay • Cycle to work scheme • Wellbeing programmes • Recognition awards – employee of the month and golden tickets • Ongoing career development • Travel plan – walk or ride a bike and get a free meal that day • Pension scheme • Early Pay - access to your money as you earn (pay advance) At Lovett, we believe our elders deserve more. Not out of duty or pity, but because they've earned it, and because the good life doesn't stop at 80, 90, or 100. We believe in more…More dignity in everyday care. More respect in every interaction. More friendship, joy, and belonging. More moments that matter. Our homes aren't waiting rooms. They're communities where people thrive, where days are full of possibility, voices are heard, and the wonder of people shines through in every conversation, every shared meal, every burst of laughter down the hall. When you choose Lovett, you're choosing a place that sees your loved one as we see our own elders: as people who still have everything to give, and everything to gain. We are Lovett. We believe in more for our elders. This position is subject to a DBS check