Domestic Assistant (Bank)

TN United Kingdom; Ossett; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing a clean and safe environment for Service Users. As a Domestic Assistant, you'll play a vital role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in a supportive care setting. This position offers the chance to grow within a rewarding environment, where your contributions will directly impact the well-being of others. With a range of fantastic benefits and a focus on employee development, this role is perfect for those looking to make a difference in the social care sector.

Benefits

Simply Health – company funded

Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday

Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers

Exclusive discount on Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme with Nest

Cycle to work scheme

Service recognition

Training support and development opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Genuine interest in working in a social care environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the environment for Service Users and staff.
• Ensure all areas, including bedrooms and communal spaces, are cleaned regularly.
• Comply with COSHH requirements for chemical storage.

Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Understanding of Health and Social Care Act 2008

Job description

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

The Domestic Assistant is part of the care team and works 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, plus 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, hospitality, etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off the total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 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.

• 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 the 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.

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.
• Be a team player.
• Work in a physically and mentally demanding environment.