Domestic Assistant

Maria Mallaband Care Group; London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in London is looking for a Domestic Assistant to ensure a clean and safe environment for Service Users and staff. Responsibilities include cleaning bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate should demonstrate care, compassion, and effective communication skills. Offered benefits include health cashback plans and flexible working patterns.

Benefits

Company funded health cashback plan

Access to early pay

Flexible working patterns

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008.
• Ability to manage pressure, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively.
• Genuine interest in working in a social care environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the care home.
• Ensure all areas, including bedrooms and communal areas, are cleaned regularly.
• Comply with COSHH requirements for chemical storage.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Compassion

Job description

About the Role

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the job location.

The Domestic Assistant is part of the care team, working with other staff to maintain a clean and safe environment for all Service Users and staff.

Working with us offers some fantastic benefits & rewards:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical, and dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, and more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, and hospitality
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off the total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleagues below the National Living Wage

Main duties:

• Promote the Company Mission Statement at all times.
• Ensure the home’s furniture, furnishings, and fittings are sufficiently clean.
• Ensure all surfaces of floors, walls, and ceilings are sufficiently clean.
• Clean carpets when necessary.
• Empty wastebaskets and yellow/black bins daily, ensuring waste is disposed of safely in line with requirements.
• Clean all internal windows monthly.
• Thoroughly clean all bedrooms once a week on a rota basis. Ensure that communal areas are cleaned daily.
• Ensure all sinks, en-suites, bathrooms, and toilets are cleaned daily.
• Chemicals must be stored in line with COSHH requirements.
• Re-stock paper products and dispensers.

*Apprenticeship opportunities available

Person Specification:

Professional

• Understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008

Experience

• Ability to manage pressure, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively at all levels
• Genuine interest in working in a social care environment

General

• Demonstrate care and compassion
• Team player
• Able to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment

Chestnut Court

Chestnut Court is a purpose-built care home offering elderly residential, nursing, and dementia care. The home is furnished to a high standard, providing elegance and comfort. The 'home from home' feel is created by dedicated staff committed to making a difference. Resident rooms are spacious with en-suite facilities. Communal areas foster a real community atmosphere, with no fixed visiting hours. Activities are vital for residents' wellbeing, encouraging and introducing hobbies. The dining experience features fine home cooking by a professional chef, reflecting residents' tastes.