Domestic Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Serencroft group.; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend bonus

Employee of the quarter

Job summary

Serencroft Care Homes is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant for Woodlands Care Home, Stockport, on a 37.5 hour/week fixed-term maternity cover. Salary is £13.24 per hour with a supportive, values-led team and ongoing training opportunities during a 12-month contract.

The role involves daily cleaning, laundry, and adherence to infection prevention and health and safety standards, ensuring a safe, comfortable environment for residents.

Qualifications

• DBS check required or to be completed
• Good attention to detail and hygiene awareness
• Flexible, can-do attitude and reliable
• Experience in a care home or healthcare setting is desirable

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the home
• Carry out daily cleaning and laundry duties
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures
• Support the care team to keep residents safe and comfortable
• Ensure safe storage and use of cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Complete cleaning schedules and records as required
• Assist with waste disposal in line with policy

Skills

DBS check

Attention to detail

Flexible attitude

Care home experience

Job description

Location: Woodlands Care Home, Stockport, SK12 1SH

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 12 months Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

Salary: £12.92 per hour

Contract: 12 months Fixed Term

About Us

Serencroft Care Homes is an independent care provider operating five residential and nursing homes across England, including Woodlands in Stockport. We are CQC-regulated and B Corp certified, and we work in partnership with NHS commissioners and local universities to provide high-quality, person-centred care. We're looking for a reliable, hands‑on Domestic Assistant to help keep Woodlands clean, safe and comfortable for the residents and staff who call it home.

Role Overview

As our Domestic Assistant, you'll be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout Woodlands. You'll carry out daily cleaning and laundry duties, follow infection prevention and control procedures, and help ensure the home meets health and safety standards — playing an important behind‑the‑scenes role in the comfort and well‑being of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene
• Respond promptly to spillages and other cleaning needs as they arise
• Undertake laundry duties, including washing, drying, ironing and appropriate storage of linen and residents' clothing
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and the safe use of cleaning chemicals (COSHH) at all times
• Maintain accurate cleaning schedules and records in line with home procedures
• Ensure cleaning equipment and materials are stored and used safely
• Report any maintenance issues or hazards identified while carrying out cleaning duties
• Support the wider care team in maintaining a clean, safe and comfortable environment for residents
• Assist with the appropriate disposal of waste, including clinical waste, in line with home policy

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a cleaning, housekeeping or domestic role is desirable but not essential
• A methodical approach with good attention to detail and hygiene awareness
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check
• Good communication skills and a flexible, can‑do attitude
• Experience within a care home, healthcare or similarly regulated environment is desirable.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control practices is an advantage but not essential.

What We Offer

• A varied, hands‑on role within a supportive, values‑led care home team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities within a multi‑site care group
• Potential to take up NVQ once successfully completing probation period.
• A supportive value led team environment
• Refer a Friend bonus – up to £200!
• Employee of the quarter - opportunity to potentially win tickets to sporting events orpurchasing vouchers were amazing brands and so much more!

Serencroft Care Homes is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of background.

Job Summary

Location: Woodlands Care Home, Stockport SK12 1SH

Role: Domestic Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Salary: £13.24 per hour

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 12 months Fixed Term (Maternity Cover)

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