Domestic Assistant - Killelea

Jobtrain; Bury; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 12,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and ongoing support

Supportive and friendly environment

Opportunities to expand role or retrai

Job summary

Killelea House is seeking a Domestic Assistant to help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents. The role is 19 hours per week with flexible shifts and alternating weekends.

We provide training, ongoing support and a friendly multidisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will have cleaning or housekeeping experience, be able to work independently and maintain high cleaning standards while prioritising residents’ wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleaning or housekeeping role.
• Must undertake mandatory training.
• Understands safe cleaning practices and cleaning materials.
• Can work independently with a positive attitude and manage time effectively.
• Has a good attention to detail and a high standard of cleaning.
• Communicates well with staff and residents and has strong team-working skills.
• Demonstrates initiative and pride in their work.
• Can follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe welcoming environment in line with hygiene, infection control and health and safety.
• Follow colour-coding systems to prevent cross-contamination.
• Use cleaning chemicals safely and correctly, following COSHH guidance.
• Work closely with clients to promote comfort, dignity and well-being.
• Clean clients' rooms, communal areas, bathrooms and lounges, ensure equipment and materials are stored safely.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and report low stock levels.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Initiative

Confidentiality

Job description

Who We Are

Killelea House is a care setting dedicated to supporting residents in a safe, comfortable, and supportive environment. We are committed to providing high-quality care and ensuring residents' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

Following their latest successful CQC inspection, the now Outstanding Killelea offers adult rehabilitation for those who have suffered a health condition and are well enough to leave hospital but may not be ready to live independently again at their own home.

About the Role

Please note: this role does not offer visa sponsorship.

As a Domestic Assistant, you will help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for our residents. This role involves working closely with clients to support their living space and overall wellbeing.

We are currently looking for a Domestic Assistant to work 19 hours per week with flexible and varied shift patterns, and working alternating weekends.

Key Responsibilities

• To maintain a clean, safe welcoming environment in accordance with hygiene, infection control and health and safety.
• Follow colour-coding systems to prevent cross-contamination
• Use cleaning chemicals safely and correctly, following COSHH guidance.
• Work closely with our clients to promote comfort, dignity and well-being.
• Cleaning clients' rooms, communal areas, bathrooms and lounges, ensuring all equipment and materials are safely stored and maintained.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and report low stock levels

About You

We're looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in a cleaning or housekeeping role
• Is willing to undertake mandatory training.
• Understands safe cleaning practises and cleaning materials
• Can work independently with a positive attitude and can manage time effectively
• Has a good attention to detail and a high standard of cleaning
• Communicates well with staff and residents and has strong team-working skills
• Demonstrates initiative and pride in their work
• Can follow instructions and maintain confidentiality

What We Offer

• Training and ongoing support
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• A multidisciplinary team offering the opportunity to expand on your current role or retrain in other complimentary roles.