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Housekeeper

Job details
Posting date: 02 January 2026
Salary: £12.60 per hour
Additional salary information: Competitive
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 31 January 2026
Location: Darlington, DL3 9LN
Company: Cygnet
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: JR433

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Summary

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an outstanding Housekeeper with a passion for making a difference to others.

Working 40 hours per week, working hours include working alternate weekends. Working times to be discussed at interview.

Hollyhurst is a specialist residential service with nursing, supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs in Darlington, County Durham. The specialist MDT led team support people who have additional mental or physical health needs and behaviours that may challenge.

Hollyhurst is a detached period property set in its own private gardens which are accessed by a private tree-lined driveway. Located in the town of Darlington, the people we support have access to a great range of recreational and leisure facilities as well as being just a short drive away from some beautiful County Durham countryside.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy flexibility while reaping the rewards of providing the very best care – and making a huge difference to our service users and their families.

Your Day-to-Day…

• Provide acleaning and general housekeeping service
• Ensure the site maintains a high level of cleanliness
• Carry out daily & weekly cleaning regimes
• Replenish stock & ensure that equipment is clean & well maintained
• Employ safe working practices and adhere to health & safety procedures
• Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

You are...
• Experienced in housekeeping or domestic work
• Knowledgeable of COSHH
• Friendly, conscientious & have a positive attitude
• A good communicator

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Pension scheme
• Employee discount savings & Cycle to work scheme

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.

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