Domestic Assistant (Day)

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; Lanark; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in social care is seeking a dedicated Domestic Assistant to join their team. This role is essential for maintaining a clean and safe environment for service users and staff alike. You will work collaboratively with other team members to ensure that all areas are kept to the highest standards of cleanliness. The position offers fantastic benefits, including flexible working patterns and training support, making it a great opportunity for those passionate about social care. If you are compassionate, a team player, and thrive in a demanding environment, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Simply Health

Early Pay

Benefits platform

Exclusive discount on Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Service recognition

Training support and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe environment for all Service Users and staff.
• Ensure all surfaces and areas are cleaned regularly and thoroughly.
• Promote the Company Mission Statement at all times.

Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Teamwork

Understanding of Health and Social Care Act 2008

Job description

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

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
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage.

Main duties:

1. Promote the Company Mission Statement at all times.
2. Ensure the Home’s furniture, furnishings, and fittings are sufficiently clean.
3. Ensure all surfaces of floors, walls, and ceilings are sufficiently clean.
4. Clean carpets when necessary.
5. Empty wastebaskets and yellow/black bins daily, ensuring waste is disposed of safely in line with requirements.
6. Clean all internal windows monthly.
7. Thoroughly clean all bedrooms once a week on a rota basis. Ensure that the communal areas are cleaned daily.
8. Ensure all sinks, en-suites, bathrooms, and toilets are cleaned daily.
9. Chemicals must be stored in line with COSHH requirements.
10. Re-stock paper products and dispensers.

*Apprenticeship opportunities available

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.
• Team player.
• Ability to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment.