Domestic

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Castleford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded DBS check

40 hours per week

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Orchard Healthcare Group operates Castleford Lodge Care Home in Castleford, West Yorkshire. We are seeking a Domestic Housekeeper to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

This role offers 40 hours per week at a rate of £12.71 per hour, with duties across all areas of the home to high standards. You will follow cleaning guidelines, handle chemicals safely, support residents and families with compassion, and work as part of a busy care team.

Responsibilities

• Clean all areas to a high standard per cleaning guidelines and schedules to meet residents' needs.
• Respect and maintain confidentiality of personal information, including privacy, dignity and choice.
• Understand and comply with Health & Safety, COSHH, fire safety, Care Standards Act and infection prevention policies to keep the home safe.
• Ensure equipment is in safe working order and report faults to the Home Management team.
• Check areas are stocked with housekeeping items; inform manager of shortages.
• Spot clean spillages as they occur.
• Be an active team member, attend training, and contribute to a friendly, supportive home.

Job description

Domestic Housekeeper

Are you passionate about maintaining high standards of cleanliness and providing an outstanding service?

Brief Description

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Domestic Housekeeper – 40 hrs available per week

Rates of Pay: £12.71 per hour

Location

Castleford Lodge Care Home - Oxford Street, Castleford, West Yorkshire, WF10 5DF

Introduction to the role

When entering any one of our homes, everyone will notice our high standards of cleanliness. A clean, well maintained, and tidy environment has positive benefits on the physical and mental wellbeing of everyone in the home which is why this position plays an important role in the day-to-day operation of our homes. You will engage with all the individuals living in the home, their families and be an advocate for the company, that’s why we are looking for team members who want to make a difference, are caring and will enjoy working in a busy care home environment. Following stringent guidelines and ensuring chemicals are stored safely, you will be responsible for your own equipment and storeroom. This is a physically demanding job that will require you to deal with all aspects of cleanliness in the home.

What You'll Be Doing

• To ensure that all areas of the Care Home are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with the specific cleaning guidelines and schedules and that they effectively meet the individuals and home’s needs.


• To always respect and maintain confidentiality of personal information, including people’s right to privacy, dignity, and choice.


• To understand and comply with all statutory and legal requirements which are relevant such as Health & Safety, COSHH, fire safety, all aspects of the Care Standards Act, have a clear understanding of Infection Prevention and Control policies, procedures, and measures to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.


• To make sure that all equipment used is in full, safe working order and immediately report any faults to the Home Management team.


• To check all areas of the home are supplied with adequate housekeeping items and inform the manager of any shortages.


• To always be alert and use your own initiative, spot clean any spillages as they occur.


• To be an active and helpful member of the team, contribute to meetings, attend training sessions, and ensure that the Care Home is a friendly and supportive working environment.

Everything You'll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways


• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more


• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards


• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round


• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future


• Fully funded DBS check

About Orchard Healthcare Group

A short walk from the centre of Castleford, with good access to public transport and rail and road links, Castleford Lodge is a mid-size home providing experienced care for elderly residents with a wide range of complex needs, including dementia. Orchard Healthcare Group has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones. We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.