Cleaning Domestic (Care Only) | Broadfield House, Leyland

Leicestershire County Council; Leyland; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Uniform supplied

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a dependable Domestic Assistant to join our team at Broadfield House, Leyland. You will help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents, staff and visitors, taking pride in delivering high cleanliness standards.

The role is permanent and part-time (17.5 hours per week), with afternoon/evening shifts 14:00–19:00. UK sponsorship is not available. Training provided and uniform supplied.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or domestic work is desirable.
• Experience in care, hospitality, or healthcare settings is desirable.
• Good attention to detail and high cleanliness standards.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties across the building, including communal areas, offices, bathrooms, corridors, and resident areas.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, dust and polish surfaces as required.
• Clean bathrooms and toilets to a high standard, ensuring hygiene and safety at all times.
• Replace consumables such as soap, towels and toilet paper.
• Empty bins and manage waste disposal according to procedures.
• Follow cleaning schedules and maintain cleaning records.
• Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and in line with training.
• Report maintenance issues to management promptly.
• Work as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and residents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Reliable

Punctual

Health & safety awareness

Job description

Salary £13.45 per hour | Permanent, Part Time | 17.5 hours per week | Broadfield House, Leyland

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Location: Broadfield House, Broadfield Drive, Leyland PR25 1NB
Hours: 17.5 hours per week, 14:00-19:00

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2: Thursday, Friday

About the Role

We are looking for a dependable and detail focused Domestic Assistant to join our team at Broadfield House, Leyland. You will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate will take pride in their work and be committed to delivering high standards of cleanliness.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning duties across the building, including communal areas, offices, bathrooms, corridors, and resident areas.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, dust, and polish surfaces as required.
• Clean bathrooms and toilets to a high standard, ensuring hygiene and safety at all times.
• Replace consumables such as soap, towels, and toilet paper.
• Empty bins and manage waste disposal in line with organisational procedures.
• Follow designated cleaning schedules and maintain appropriate cleaning records.
• Use cleaning chemicals and equipment safely and in accordance with training.
• Report maintenance issues or concerns promptly to the management team.
• Work as part of a team and communicate effectively with colleagues and residents.

What we're looking for;

Essential:

• Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable, punctual, and professional.
• Awareness of health and safety and infection‑control practices.

Desirable:

• Previous cleaning or domestic experience.
• Experience in a care, hospitality, or healthcare environment.

Pay & Benefits

• £13.45 per hour
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Training provided
• Uniform supplied

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

Local Government Reorganisation

The Government has confirmed that local government across Lancashire will be reorganised, with the current 15 councils being replaced by four new unitary councils covering North, South, East and West Lancashire from April 2028.

If you are successful in your application, you will initially join Lancashire County Council. However, as part of the planned transition, your employment will transfer to one of the new unitary councils from April 2028, subject to the implementation of the reorganisation and relevant employment legislation.

Throughout this period, our focus remains on delivering excellent services to our communities. By joining us now, you'll play an important role in shaping the future of local government and helping to build a strong new organisation that will serve residents for years to come.