Domestic Assistant

Excelcare Holdings Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned care home group in Chelmsford is seeking a Domestic Assistant to join their compassionate team. The successful candidate will maintain high standards of cleanliness in the care home, including bedrooms and communal areas. Responsibilities include undertaking deep cleans, proper disposal of rubbish, and engaging with residents to promote independence and dignity. Previous experience in a domestic role is desirable. Benefits include 28 days of holiday, free parking, and an annual salary review.

Benefits

28 Days holiday

Free on‑site parking

Enhanced bank holiday pay

Annual salary review

Refer a Friend Scheme

DBS certificate paid by Excelcare

Comprehensive induction programme

Funded qualifications

Paid uniform

Employee of the month reward

Team appreciation week

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a cleaner or domestic role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that bedrooms and bathrooms are cleaned to a high standard.
• Undertake deep cleans as required.
• Dispose of rubbish properly.
• Report equipment failure or maintenance issues.
• Comply with COSHH and Infection Control Regulations.
• Engage in meaningful activities with residents.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Good time management

Flexibility and enthusiasm

Attention to detail

Compassionate approach

Job description

Job Overview

As a Domestic Assistant at Okeley Care Home, Chelmsford, you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team. Along with the rest of the Housekeeping Team, you would ensure that the care home is always maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and is safe, comfortable, and welcoming for the people living in our care home.

Taking pride in the service you provide to the people living in our care homes will make a difference every day. Excelcare is a family‑owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the 'family' and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect the following benefits:

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas are always cleaned to a high standard.
• Undertake deep cleans as required on a rota basis to include floors, soft furnishing, fixtures, fittings, windows, and walls.
• Dispose of rubbish.
• Report any equipment failure or maintenance issues in line with policies and procedures.
• Comply with COSHH and Infection Control Regulations.
• Engage in meaningful activities with residents as part of the role and promote independence, choice, dignity, and respect at all times.

Key Skills & Qualities

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and a good sense of humour.
• An eye for detail and the ability to juggle priorities.
• A kind, compassionate approach to everything you do.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in a cleaner or domestic role is desirable.

Benefits

• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Free on‑site parking
• Enhanced bank holiday pay
• Annual salary review
• Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer
• DBS certificate paid by Excelcare
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)
• Paid uniform
• Employee of the month – £100 for outstanding contribution
• Team appreciation week