Domestic Assistant (Maternity Cover)

SERENCROFT; Wardsend; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend bonus

Blue Light Card eligibility

NVQ progression opportunities

Employee of the quarter

Job summary

Serencroft Care Homes is seeking a Domestic Assistant (Maternity Cover) at Woodlands Care Home in Stockport. This 37.5-hour-per-week role is fixed term for 12 months.

You will be responsible for daily cleaning, laundry, and maintaining high standards of hygiene, following infection prevention procedures and COSHH guidelines to keep residents safe and comfortable. We offer a supportive, values-led team with induction, ongoing training, NVQ progression options, and benefits such as a Refer a

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning/housekeeping is desirable.
• High hygiene awareness and methods for infection prevention.
• Right to work in the UK is required.
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas to a high standard.
• Carry out laundry duties, including washing, drying and ironing.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures and COSHH guidelines at all times.
• Maintain accurate cleaning schedules and records per home procedures.
• Ensure cleaning equipment and materials are stored and used safely.
• Report maintenance issues or hazards identified while cleaning.
• Support the wider care team to maintain a clean, safe environment for residents.
• Assist with the appropriate disposal of waste, including clinical waste, per home policy.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Attention to detail

Infection prevention

Communication skills

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Domestic Assistant (Maternity Cover)

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

Rate of Pay: £12.92

Location: Woodlands Care Home, Stockport, SK12 1SH

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.

The Role

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 wellbeing 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
• Full induction
• Potential to take up NVQ once successfully completing probation period.
• A supportive value led team environment
• Refer a Friend bonus - up to £200!
• Blue Light Card Eligibility
• Employee of the quarter - opportunity to potentially win tickets to sporting events or purchasing vouchers for 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