Domestic Assistant - Bank

The Runwood Group; Chadwell St Mary; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential care provider is seeking a Domestic Assistant to maintain the cleanliness of various areas within the care home. The role involves housekeeping duties, including laundry and ensuring residents' rooms are clean and organized. Candidates should possess good teamwork and communication skills, with a willingness to learn and grow. Benefits include paid holidays, weekly pay, and opportunities for career progression. This is a great opportunity for those looking to contribute to quality care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Accrued Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and training

Free DBS Check and uniform

Support for NVQ Level 1 and 2

Career progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

Employee of the Month awards

Qualifications

• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Proactive, flexible, and a great team player.
• Willingness to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of specific areas within the care home.
• Carry out housekeeping duties efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Work in the laundry and ensure residents' rooms are clean and organised.
• Make beds when necessary.

Skills

Good teamwork and communication skills

Ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively

Proactive, flexible, and a great team player

Willingness to learn and grow

Job description

About Runwood Homes

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents. At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e‑training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances. You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.

Responsibilities

As a Domestic Assistant, you will be a member of the support services team. Your main responsibilities are to maintain the cleanliness of specific areas within the care home to the highest standards. This includes carrying out housekeeping duties efficiently and in a timely manner. Your daily tasks may involve working in the laundry, ensuring residents' rooms are clean and organised, and making beds when necessary. It is important to have good teamwork skills in this role.

Qualifications & Skills

• Good teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise tasks effectively
• Proactive, flexible, and a great team player
• Willingness to learn and grow, participate in training activities to enhance skills and knowledge for a safe and efficient performance

Benefits

• Accrued Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on‑site parking
• Employee of the Month awards