Care Home Domestic Assistant — Compassionate, Team Player

EQ Care Group; Whitchurch-On-Thames; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Half-day off for birthday

Blue Light Discount Card

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Salary advance scheme

Contributory pension

Learning & Development

Team member rewards

Free meals on shift

Free tax review service

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Cedar Lodge, Whitchurch on Thames, Reading RG8 7EJ, part of the EQ Care Group, is seeking a Domestic Assistant (Homemaker) to maintain high cleanliness and tidiness in the home, including laundry support. The role requires COSHH awareness and a willingness to complete an NVQ Level 2 in housekeeping if needed.

Join a heart-centred team at Cedar Lodge, a 45-bed nursing and dementia specialist home, where you will help create a welcoming, comfortable environment for residents and visitors alike.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a similar environment desirable.
• Willingness to complete NVQ Level 2 in housekeeping if not yet obtained.
• Able to work on a 7-day rota including weekends.
• Collaborative working style with the ability to self-motivate.

Responsibilities

• Clean allocated rooms, furniture, fittings and equipment.
• Maintain hygiene standards in partnership with Home Manager.
• Represent Cedar Lodge professionally to residents and visitors.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings.
• Undertake additional duties to support home operations.

Skills

Clear communication

Team player

7-day rota availability

Independent working

Education

NVQ Level 2 in housekeeping

Job description

Cedar Lodge, Whitchurch on Thames, Reading RG8 7EJ, part of the EQ Care Group, is seeking a Domestic Assistant (Homemaker) to maintain high cleanliness and tidiness in the home, including laundry support. The role requires COSHH awareness and a willingness to complete an NVQ Level 2 in housekeeping if needed.

Join a heart-centred team at Cedar Lodge, a 45-bed nursing and dementia specialist home, where you will help create a welcoming, comfortable environment for residents and visitors alike.