Care Home Domestic Assistant – Clean, Supportive Role

Serencroft; Stockport; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend bonus – up to £200!

Blue Light Card Eligibility

Employee of the quarter

NVQ opportunities during probation

Job summary

Serencroft Care Homes is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant at Woodlands in Stockport. This full-time role is 37.5 hours per week with a pay rate of £12.92 per hour, focusing on daily cleaning, laundry and maintaining a safe, hygienic environment for residents and staff.

You will follow infection prevention procedures, keep accurate schedules, and support the wider team to ensure a comfortable home. DBS checks are required where applicable.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cleaning, housekeeping or domestic role is desirable but not essential.
• A methodical approach with good attention to detail and hygiene awareness.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.
• 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

Reliable

Hands-on

Communication skills

Flexible

Job description

Serencroft Care Homes is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant at Woodlands in Stockport. This full-time role is 37.5 hours per week with a pay rate of £12.92 per hour, focusing on daily cleaning, laundry and maintaining a safe, hygienic environment for residents and staff.

You will follow infection prevention procedures, keep accurate schedules, and support the wider team to ensure a comfortable home. DBS checks are required where applicable.