Domestic Assistant

Silverleigh Care Home; Axminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care home in Axminster is seeking a dedicated Domestic Assistant to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards. You'll play a vital role in creating a welcoming environment for residents, managing laundry services, and working as part of a supportive team. The position requires attention to detail and a commitment to high hygiene standards, with a full-time contract of 40 hours per week and a salary of £12.21 per hour. Alternate weekends are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or domestic roles preferred.
• Commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards.
• Willingness to work alternate weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide thorough domestic cleaning services.
• Manage laundry effectively and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist with the daily well-being of residents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of hygiene standards

Ability to work in teams

Job description

Responsibilities

• Maintain Cleanliness: Provide thorough domestic cleaning services within the care home, adhering to company policies and best practices.
• Hygienic Work Practices: Perform all cleaning tasks in line with hygiene standards, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.
• Floor Care: Clean and protect a variety of floor surfaces, including carpets and hard floors.
• Furniture and Fixtures: Clean and maintain furniture, furnishings, fixtures, and fittings to a high standard.
• Sanitary Maintenance: Clean and replenish sanitary fixtures and fittings, ensuring they are hygienic and well‑stocked.
• Waste Management: Remove refuse regularly and dispose of it properly.
• Vertical Surfaces: Clean vertical surfaces without the use of access equipment.
• Resident Support: Assist with the daily well‑being of residents, helping them settle into their new environment.
• Laundry Services: Manage laundry effectively, ensuring it meets guidance and expectations. Safely handle and label personal belongings.
• Health and Safety Compliance: Follow health and safety protocols, infection prevention, and fire safety regulations within the laundry and wider care environment.
• Collaborate with Staff: Work closely with other staff members to ensure that laundry services and overall cleanliness are maintained effectively.

About the role

We're seeking a Domestic Assistant who will make a tangible difference in the lives of our residents by creating a clean and welcoming environment that supports their well‑being. Your attention to detail and commitment to high hygiene standards will be crucial in maintaining a pleasant living space. Your time will be split between laundry and housekeeping. You'll be part of a supportive team where your role is valued, and you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a positive atmosphere within the care home. The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

Our values

We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:

• Trust
• Respect
• Passion
• Kindness
• Inclusivity

Background

You'll be joining a values‑led care home that's part of the Care Concern Group, a family‑owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We're expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high‑quality care and support to our residents. If you're ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

Apply

If you take pride in your work and enjoy seeing the impact of your efforts, this role is perfect for you. Apply today and become an essential part of our team!

Contract

Contract: Full Time
Salary: £12.21 Per Hour
Shift Type: Days
Contracted hours: 40

Location

Silverleigh is a beautiful care home, situated at the heart of a thriving community in a quiet street in the centre of Axminster, Devon. Silverleigh is registered for 65 residents.