Domestic Assistant at Mill River Lodge

Shaw healthcare (Group) Ltd; Horsham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days' annual leave

Bank holiday uplift

Free uniform

Pension scheme

Refer a Friend bonus

Discounts for high street

Meal discounts

GP Online access

Employee assistance program

Death in Service

Recognition schemes

Career progression

Care qualifications support

Employee ownership

Job summary

Shaw healthcare is seeking a Domestic Assistant at Mill River Lodge in Horsham, West Sussex. You will help keep resident rooms and communal areas clean, support laundry tasks, and contribute to a warm, safe home for residents.

No previous care or domestic experience is required; full training will be provided. The role is 20 hours per week, with shifts 8am-4pm on a 4-week rota and some weekend work. Salary is £13.45 per hour with benefits and pension.

Qualifications

• No previous experience in care or domestic setting required.
• Full training provided on joining the team.
• Shifts include 8am-4pm on a 4-week rota with some weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise residents' rooms, communal areas and furnishings.
• Assist with laundry and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure the home is tidy, welcoming and safe for residents and visitors.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
• Follow COSHH guidelines and use cleaning products safely.

Skills

Attitude

Willingness to learn

Job description

Salary: £13.45 per hour

Hours: 20hrs per week

Shift Times: Shift times between 8am-4pm (hours can be flexible) on 4 week Rota - requirement to work alternative weekends

Shaw healthcare is looking for a Domestic Assistant who is ready to make a positive impact at Mill River Lodge, situated in the picturesque West Sussex town of Horsham.

The superb purpose built care home provides 70 spacious en-suite bedrooms for elderly service users with conditions such as Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson’s or other clinical diagnoses.

Why work at Shaw healthcare?

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 Mill River Lodge, 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 Mill River Lodge, 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’ll be an important part of the wider team, helping to create an environment where our residents can feel comfortable, valued and at home.

Benefits

• 28 days' paid annual leave per year, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata)
• Enhanced pay rates for bank holidays
• Company sick pay
• Free uniform
• Pension scheme
• 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.