Domestic Assistant

Leonard Cheshire; Dunton Green; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK seeks a part-time cleaner for their facility in Dunton Green. This role involves general cleaning duties and handling laundry. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, flexible, and possess good communication skills. The position offers £12.21 per hour with various employee benefits, making it a supportive and rewarding environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Access to pay before payday

Free Blue Light Card

Contributory Pension Scheme

Health cash plan

Career Development opportunities

Free DBS Check

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Keen eye for detail and pride in your work.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning duties to keep the service clean, safe and welcoming.
• Handle laundry from start to finish - sorting, washing, drying, ironing and minor repairs.
• Use cleaning and laundry equipment safely.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexible working

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Manual tasks safety

Sewing skills

Job description

We are amongst the highest rated providers of care and supported living services in the UK, with 87% of our services rated 'good' or 'very good' by regulators. We exist to make sure everyone has the opportunity to live their life fully, regardless of the complexity of their care needs. Established over 75 years ago, we provide specialist support across residential care, supported living and respite services. Our teams work with people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments and learning disabilities. Our goal is simple: to support disabled people to live, learn and work as independently as possible, with real choice and control over their lives.

Qualifications

• A keen eye for detail and pride in your work
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to carry out manual tasks safely
• Sewing skills (hemming, buttons, small repairs) - nice to have, but not essential
• Knowledge of COSHH and infection control (advantageous, but training provided), Disability Confident

About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

£12.21 per hour | Part-time | 18 or 12 hours per week | Chipstead Lake

It's the little things - fresh laundry, spotless rooms - that make people feel truly at home. That's how our team describes the difference they make every day. If you take pride in a job well done and want to use your skills to help others live comfortably, we'd love to hear from you. A home, not just a service Chipstead Lake, in the peaceful village of Chipstead in Kent, is home for up to 22 disabled adults. Our home has extensive, accessible grounds and incredible views of the village's large fishing lake. A local pub and a supermarket are very close by, and we're only a short drive from the town of Sevenoaks. Our service feels like family - relaxed, supportive, and centred around the people who live here. Every day brings new moments to celebrate from small wins in independence to big laughs over mealtimes.

Working Hours

This role will offer part-time hours (30 hours per week). You'll need to be flexible to work across weekdays and weekends as part of a rota. Typical shifts include:

• Day shifts: 8:00am - 2:00pm or 12:00pm - 6:00pm & 12:00pm - 4:00pm or 1pm-5pm

We'll work with you to agree a pattern that suits the service and your availability.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and benefits
• Contributory Pension Scheme: Secure your future with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips
• Career Development: Opportunities for apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS Check: We've got you covered!
• Employee Assistance Programme: Support when you need it most, plus so much more!

Responsibilities

• Carry out general cleaning duties to keep the service clean, safe and welcoming
• Handle laundry from start to finish - sorting, washing, drying, ironing and minor repairs
• Use cleaning and laundry equipment safely, following COSHH and infection control guidelines
• Keep track of stock and re-order supplies when needed
• Report faults or issues to your manager promptly

What helps you shine here

Whether you've worked in a commercial cleaning or laundry role before, or this is new to you, we'll give you all the training you need to succeed. What helps you shine here