Domestic Assistant at Cartref Dyfi

Shaw-Healthcare-1; Machynlleth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 28 days

Bank holiday pay

Free uniform

Refer a friend bonus

High street discounts

GP 24/7 access

Employee assistance

Death in service

Long service awards

Career progression

Employee-owned

Job summary

Cartref Dyfi in Machynlleth is hiring a Domestic Assistant on a permanent basis. The role focuses on keeping the home clean, safe and welcoming for residents, with training and support provided by Shaw healthcare, a Real Living Wage employer and employee-owned organisation.

You don't need previous care or domestic experience; attitude and willingness to learn are valued. Benefits include 28 days' annual leave, enhanced bank holiday pay, free uniform and access to discounts and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• No prior care or domestic experience required.
• Attitude and willingness to learn are valued.
• Must be able to work as part of a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise residents' rooms and communal areas.
• Assist with laundry and maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Keep the home tidy and welcoming for residents and visitors.
• Build positive relationships with residents and families.
• Follow COSHH guidelines for safe product use.
• Work both in a team and independently.

Job description

Cartref Dyfi, Machynlleth Permanent Vacancy Reference: OML63PWB Closes Oct 13, 2026 at 10:51 AM

Competitive

Description

Domestic Assistant at Cartref Dyfi

Salary: £13.45 per hour

Make a difference every day – join our friendly team at Cartref Dyfi.

At Shaw healthcare, we're proud to be a Real Living Wage Employer and the UK's largest employee-owned healthcare company.

We believe our colleagues are at the centre of the excellent care we provide. That's why we offer full training, development opportunities and a fantastic range of benefits to support you both at work and beyond.

You don't need previous experience in a care or domestic setting. What matters most to us is your attitude, willingness to learn and your desire to make a difference. We'll give you the training and support you need to succeed.

At Cartref Dyfi, our residents are at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for a Domestic Assistant to join our busy and friendly team and help us maintain a home that our residents can feel proud of and comfortable in.

This isn't simply a cleaning role. Your work will directly contribute to the comfort, dignity and wellbeing of the people who call Cartref Dyfi Home.

About the role

As a Domestic Assistant, you'll play an important part in keeping our residential home clean, safe and welcoming.

Working as part of our dedicated domestic team, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Cleaning and sanitising residents' rooms, communal areas and furnishings
• Supporting with laundry and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Ensuring the home is tidy, fresh and welcoming for our residents and visitors
• Building positive relationships with residents, their families and colleagues
• Using cleaning products safely and following COSHH guidelines
• Working as part of a supportive team while also being confident working independently

You will be an important part of the wider team, helping to create an environment where our residents can feel comfortable, valued and at home.

• 28 days' paid annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata)
• Enhanced pay rates for bank holidays
• Company sick pay
• Free uniform
• Refer a Friend bonus of up to £1,000
• Access to over 1,600 high street discounts
• Holiday discounts and cashback rewards
• Discounted homemade meals while on shift
• GP Online with 24/7 access to GP consultations
• Employee Assistance Programme with confidential support available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Death in Service benefit, subject to criteria
• Recognition schemes including Shaw Star Awards and Long Service Awards
• Excellent career and progression opportunities
• Support to gain care qualifications
• Access to our leadership and development programmes
• The opportunity to be part of an employee-owned organisation

As a 76% employee-owned company, our colleagues are genuinely part of what makes Shaw healthcare special. To date, employees have received over £2,850 each in tax-free bonuses through our employee ownership scheme.

You don't need previous experience or qualifications — we'll provide the training and support you need.