Domestic Assistant

Henderson House Care Home; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 35,818,000 - 36,920,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG check

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Henderson House Care Home in Dunfermline is seeking a Domestic Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment. You will clean residents’ rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, and assist with laundry while following infection control and safety procedures.

The role offers PVG clearance, pension, uniform provided, and 5.6 weeks of annual leave for a full-time position based on 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Positive and reliable approach.
• High standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial.
• Previous care experience welcomed but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Clean residents’ rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard.
• Support laundry services and handle personal belongings with care.
• Follow infection control, health and safety procedures.
• Work with the team to maintain a well organised, respectful environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Teamwork

Hygiene & infection control

Job description

Domestic Assistant Henderson House Care Home • Dunfermline, United Kingdom

Henderson House Care Home is a well established care home in the coastal town of Dalgety Bay in Fife, providing Residential, Nursing, Dementia and Respite care for up to 60 residents. With a strong, experienced team and a welcoming, homely atmosphere, this is a service where staff can feel supported, valued and confident in delivering high quality care within a stable and well run environment.

Domestic Assistant Contract

• £12.71 per hour


• Contracted to 40 hours per week


• Paid PVG, pension, uniform provided


• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Domestic Assistant, you will play an essential role in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment that supports wellbeing, dignity and comfort. This is a hands on role where your attention to detail and high standards will have a direct impact on daily life.

You will be responsible for cleaning residents’ rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, ensuring all spaces are maintained to a high standard of hygiene and presentation. You will also support laundry services, helping to ensure personal belongings are handled with care and returned correctly.

Working closely with the wider team, you will follow infection control, health and safety and cleaning procedures, ensuring all tasks are completed safely and in line with required standards. Your role will contribute to a well organised, respectful and comfortable environment for everyone.

What We Are Looking For

• A positive and reliable approach


• Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial


• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential

About us

Henderson House Care Home is part of Belsize Healthcare, a division of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to creating safe, welcoming care homes for our residents and developing supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.