Domestic Assistant

Heathlands Care Home; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Heathlands Care Home is seeking a part-time Domestic Assistant in Southend-On-Sea to maintain high cleanliness standards under the guidance of housekeeping management. This role involves adhering to infection control practices while providing a safe and pleasant environment for residents. The position offers flexibility in shifts with training and benefits provided.

Benefits

Discounts at major high street retailers

Industry recognized training

Free uniform

Comfortable staff rooms

Qualifications

• Understanding of infection control practices.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Flexible and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness for residents as per infection control guidelines.
• Use cleaning materials in accordance with COSHH regulations.
• Maintain sanitary areas respecting privacy.

Skills

Infection control

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

NVQ Levels 2 & 3

Job description

We are looking for a part time Domestic Assistant to join our team at Cedars Care Home in Southend-On-Sea.

You will be required to work 21 hours per week over 3 days. Shifts will be organised according to a rota which will include working regular weekends.

Purpose of Role:

Working under the direction of the Head of Housekeeping and the Registered Manager, to ensure the highest possible standards of cleanliness in all parts of the home.

Key Duties:

• Carrying out your duties to a high standard of cleanliness for our residents.
• To clean in accordance with the standards and frequency as detailed within the Home’s Infection Control Policy and Cleaning Manual.
• To use cleaning products and materials, ensuring the correct product and dilatation as specified in the cleaning manual and the COSHH guidelines.
• To clean all sanitary areas respecting the privacy of residents and visitors and as specified in the cleaning manual.
• To follow Infection Control guidelines for the cleaning of isolation and other high-risk areas within the Home.
• Be aware of COSHH regulations and adhere to them at all times.

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Firm understanding of infection control
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Flexible and positive ‘can do’ attitude

In return, we will offer you:

• Discounts at Major High Street Retailers
• Industry Recognised Training (including NVQ Levels 2 & 3)
• Free Uniform
• Comfortable Staff Rooms

Our philosophy is to create a secure, relaxed, happy and homely atmosphere for the residents to live in and for the staff to work in. We specialise in providing quality nursing and residential care for the elderly.

We are part of the Canford Healthcare group of homes.

If you would like to join our successful team, please select “apply now” and forward us your CV.