Derbyshire County Council
Housekeeper (Linden House Children's Home)
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Job Description
Closing date: 18 October 2026
We are looking for a caring, reliable and enthusiastic Housekeeper to join our friendly team and help create a warm, welcoming and homely environment for children and young people.
Would you like to play an important role in supporting children and young people by helping to maintain a safe, clean and comfortable home? Do you take pride in creating welcoming spaces and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and organisation?
You will be based in a children's residential home in Swadlincote, supporting up to four children and young people. The home works in partnership with children, their families, carers and professionals to provide high-quality care and support.
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As Housekeeper, you will be responsible for the day-to-day domestic duties within the home, ensuring that the environment is maintained to a high standard. Your duties will include:
- Planning, buying, preparing and cooking nutritious meals for children and young people.
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the home, including bedrooms, bathrooms, communal areas and kitchen facilities.
- Undertaking laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing and storing clothing, bedding and towels.
- Managing household stocks and supplies, reporting shortages and ensuring appropriate levels of cleaning and household products are maintained.
- Adhering to food hygiene, health and safety, infection control and safeguarding procedures at all times.
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The contracted hours for this post are 20 hours per week, worked flexibly across five days, including weekends if required/preferred.
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the lives of children and young people by helping to provide a safe, nurturing and welcoming home environment.
Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 26 October 2026
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