Domestic Assistant

The Willows; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Group life assurance

Wagestream

Meal during shifts

GP Online

Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development

Career progression

Long Service Awards

Job summary

The Willows Care Home in Hinckley is seeking a Domestic Assistant to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents. You will clean rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, support laundry, and ensure personal belongings are handled with care.

The role follows infection control procedures and health and safety standards, with a positive, reliable approach and good communication. Various benefits are provided to support staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• High standards of cleanliness and presentation.
• Ability to follow infection control procedures.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Clean residents' rooms, bathrooms and communal areas to high hygiene standards.
• Support laundry services and handle personal belongings with care.
• Follow infection control and health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with the team to create a welcoming environment for residents.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Hygiene knowledge

Experience welcomed

Job description

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.

• A positive and reliable approach
• Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial
• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential
• The Willows Care Home is a 31 bed care home located in the market town of Hinckley, Leicestershire. Providing residential and residential dementia care, the home offers a warm and welcoming environment where colleagues work together to provide high quality, person centred care. With a strong family atmosphere and a focus on supporting Residents to enjoy meaningful daily experiences, The Willows is a rewarding place to work and make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day., The Willows is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.
• £12.95- £13.45 per hour depending on experience
• Contracted to 32 or 18 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract), Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards