Compassionate Relief Domestic Assistant – Care Home

MHA; London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank

Strong pension scheme

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts through Blue Light Card &Viv

Induction and ongoing training

Long service awards

Job summary

The Meadow care home in Muswell Hill, part of MHA, is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant (Relief). The role involves maintaining high cleanliness standards across resident areas while respecting privacy and wellbeing.

You will join a team that supports older people, including those living with dementia, in a welcoming environment. Applicants should be dependable, organized and capable of working on a 7-day rota.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of domestic or cleaning work (desirable).
• Ability to work well as part of a team and use initiative.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of residents' rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal areas.
• Carry out cleaning tasks in line with schedules, including carpet cleaning where required.
• Respect residents’ privacy and dignity at all times.
• Use cleaning equipment safely and in line with COSHH requirements.
• Report faulty equipment or hazards to a senior colleague.
• Attend training, meetings and appraisals as required.
• Follow MHA policies on health & safety, infection prevention and safeguarding.

Skills

Experience in cleaning

Teamwork

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Sensitivity to older people

Flexible 7-day rota

QCF Health & Social Care (desirable)

Education

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

The Meadow care home in Muswell Hill, part of MHA, is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant (Relief). The role involves maintaining high cleanliness standards across resident areas while respecting privacy and wellbeing.

You will join a team that supports older people, including those living with dementia, in a welcoming environment. Applicants should be dependable, organized and capable of working on a 7-day rota.