Domestic

Routes To Work South; Cambuslang; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Job summary

Routes To Work South in Cambuslang is seeking a Domestic Assistant to join the care home team. You will help maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene while ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for residents.

The role involves cleaning en-suites, toilets, baths, and hand basins daily, following infection control procedures, and supporting staff with daily tasks. Prior cleaning experience and PVG clearance are required, with a friendly, professional approach.

Qualifications

• PVG clearance with two satisfactory references is required.
• Previous experience in cleaning or domestic roles is essential.
• Good knowledge of safe cleaning procedures and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in all areas of the care home.
• Clean en-suites, toilets, baths and hand basins daily.
• Follow Standard Infection Control Procedures and cleaning schedules.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment and handling tasks with care.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in mandatory training.

Skills

Safe equipment use

Infection control

Resident communication

Education

PVG clearance

2 references

Job description

Job Specifics

• Reference No: LO428


• Location: Cambuslang


• Hours: Full Time


• Salary: Competitive


• Closing Date: Friday 13th November 2026


• Why should you apply for this role:Competitive salary & benefits

Job Overview

Cambuslang based Care Home require a Domestic Assistant to work as part of their team to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the Care Home, whilst ensuring a safe, comfortable environment at all times.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Key Tasks

• Maintain the highest standards of efficiency and cleanliness within all areas of the care home.


• En-suites, toilets, baths and hand basins to be cleaned daily.


• Plants should be kept watered and dead flowers removed before they become unsightly.


• Occasionally it may be necessary to perform unpleasant cleaning duties. These duties are to be carried out with diplomacy so as not to cause undue distress or embarrassment to the resident.


• Ensure that cleaning schedules are followed in line with Standard Infection Control Procedures.


• Safely operate domestic trolleys, chemicals, vacuum, mops etc ensuring they are not left unattended.


• Ensure that all laundry is placed in the appropriate bags at all times.


• Ensure all pads are placed in appropriate clinical bags and placed in bins provided.


• Greet visitors in a friendly manner and be able to answer the telephone politely and correctly, bringing any messages to the attention of the person in charge.


• Complete Cleaning Record daily


• Attend and participate in staff meetings and attend all mandatory training.


• To undertake any other duties within the scope of this job description, at your normal place of work or at any of the company's homes.

Employer Expectations Skills/Knowledge/Experience

• Have a good sound working knowledge of the safe use of equipment and help maintain the equipment in good, clean working order by regularly emptying bags, correct storage of cleaning materials, equipment etc.


• Adhere to company policies and procedures ensuring that working practice reflects the guidance provided

Qualifications/Tickets/Licences Required

• PVG & 2 satisfactory references.


• Previous experience in cleaning or domestic roles essential.