Care Home Domestic Assistant — Clean, Safe & Supportive

Serencroft; Stockport; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

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Job summary

Serencroft Care Homes is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant for Woodlands Care Home in Stockport. The role involves maintaining high cleanliness and hygiene standards across bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas, and supporting the care team to provide a safe, comfortable environment for residents.

The position is 37.5 hours per week on a 12-month Fixed Term contract (Maternity Cover), paying £12.92 per hour.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cleaning or domestic role is desirable.
• A methodical approach with good attention to detail and hygiene awareness.
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
• Good communication skills and a flexible, can-do attitude.
• Experience within a care home, healthcare or similarly regulated environment is desirable.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control practices is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Respond promptly to spillages and other cleaning needs as they arise
• Undertake laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing and appropriate storage of linen and residents' clothing
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and the safe use of cleaning chemicals (COSHH) at all times
• Maintain accurate cleaning schedules and records in line with home procedures
• Ensure cleaning equipment and materials are stored and used safely
• Report any maintenance issues or hazards identified while carrying out cleaning duties
• Support the wider care team in maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable environment for residents
• Assist with the appropriate disposal of waste, including clinical waste, in line with home policy

Skills

Methodical approach

Communication skills

DBS check willingness

Job description

Serencroft Care Homes is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant for Woodlands Care Home in Stockport. The role involves maintaining high cleanliness and hygiene standards across bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas, and supporting the care team to provide a safe, comfortable environment for residents.

The position is 37.5 hours per week on a 12-month Fixed Term contract (Maternity Cover), paying £12.92 per hour.