This role has a starting salary of £23,322 per annum based on an 36 hour working week.
This is a permanent position and working hours can be discussed at your interview.
We are excited to be hiring a new Residential Housekeeper to join our fantastic children's home team located in Knaphill, Woking.
Rewards and Benefits
26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service
Optionto buy up to 10 days ofadditionalannual leave
A generous local government salary related pension
Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year
Paternity,adoptionand dependents leave
An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping
A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residentsAbout the Team
Surrey Residential Homes look after children up to 18 years of age. All our homes are inspected regularly by OFSTED and have been judged as either 'Good' or 'Outstanding'. We are very proud of the quality of our residential services for some of Surrey's most vulnerable children. As a result, we have invested in our homes and staff and plan to continue this to achieve a service that is ambitious, innovative and responsive to the needs of young people in our care. As a Housekeeper you will be an essential member of the team.
About the Role
We are looking for a Housekeeper who shares our dedication and who will take pride in our home; helping to create a clean and homely environment for our children. The homes look after up to 4 young people aged between 11-18 years old.
This is a very rewarding role where your work will make a real difference to the lives of the children we support.
As a Housekeeper you'll be at the heart of ensuring the home is clean and safe by:
Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene (where necessary using powered equipment e.g., vacuum cleaners, carpet shampoo machines etc)
Ensuring all necessary repairs are reported and that health and safety guidelines are always followed
Quality checking any groceries or cleaning products delivered to the home and making sure these are stored and rotated appropriatelyShortlisting Criteria
As a team, we work closely together to ensure we are providing the best possible care for some of Surrey's most vulnerable young people; and at times this can be challenging - so you'll need to be adaptable and resilient working in this environment.
If this sounds like you, we look forward to receiving your application!
To be considered for shortlisting for this position your CV and answers to the questions below will clearly evidence:
You are flexible, organised and able to work methodically
You have an awareness of Health and Safety issues and COSHH
You have great interpersonal skills and can develop appropriate relationships with young people
You can work well as part of a team but also confident working individually
You are committed to undertaking relevant training and developmentApplication Questions:
Please can you tell us about what has motivated you to apply for this position?
Please can you tell us about any skills and experience you have that would be relevant for this positionThis advert closes at 23:59 on 2nd February 2026 with interviews to follow.
An enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) and the Children's and Adults' Barred List checks will be required for this role.
Local Government Reorganisation
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities.
Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents!
Our Commitment
We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum criteria, we guarantee you an interview.
Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs