Domestic Assistant

Maplescarehome; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Domestic Assistant in a nurturing care environment. This part-time role focuses on maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring a safe and welcoming atmosphere for residents. You will work closely with the Head of Housekeeping, adhering to infection control policies and using appropriate cleaning materials. The position offers a chance to make a positive impact on residents' lives while enjoying benefits like discounts at retailers and recognized training opportunities. If you have a flexible attitude and a commitment to high standards, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Discounts at Major High Street Retailers

Industry Recognised Training

Free Uniform

Comfortable Staff Rooms

Qualifications

• Understanding of infection control and cleaning standards.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high cleanliness standards for residents.
• Follow infection control and cleaning guidelines.

Skills

Infection Control Knowledge

Teamwork

Positive Attitude

Job description

I declare I have the right to work in the UK and do not require sponsorship.

About this role

Ashridge Court Care Centre – Domestic Assistant Part-Time – 30 hours per week.

We are looking for a part-time Domestic Assistant to join our team!

Purpose of Role:

Working under the direction of the Head of Housekeeping and the Registered Manager, to ensure the highest possible standards of cleanliness in all parts of the home.

Key Duties:

• Carrying out your duties to a high standard of cleanliness for our residents.
• To clean in accordance with the standards and frequency as detailed within the Home’s Infection Control Policy and Cleaning Manual.
• To use cleaning products and materials, ensuring the correct product and dilution as specified in the cleaning manual and the COSHH guidelines.
• To clean all sanitary areas respecting the privacy of residents and visitors and as specified in the cleaning manual.
• To follow Infection Control guidelines for the cleaning of isolation and other high-risk areas within the Home.
• Be aware of COSHH regulations and adhere to them at all times.

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Firm understanding of infection control.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Flexible and positive ‘can do’ attitude.

In return, we will offer you:

• Discounts at Major High Street Retailers.
• Industry Recognised Training (including NVQ Levels 2 & 3).
• Free Uniform.
• Comfortable Staff Rooms.

Our philosophy is to create a secure, relaxed, happy and homely atmosphere for the residents to live in and for the staff to work in. We specialise in providing quality nursing and residential care for the elderly.

We are part of the Canford Healthcare group of homes.

If you would like to join our successful team, please select “apply now” and forward us your CV.