Domestic Care Assistant

Lynx Employment Services Ltd; Heckmondwike; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider in Heckmondwike is seeking experienced Domestics to perform cleaning duties and assist with care tasks for individuals with physical, visual, or hearing difficulties. The successful candidate will work a 30-hour week, with potential shifts including evenings and weekends. Applicants should possess experience in cleaning and ideally hold or be willing to obtain an NVQ2 in care. An understanding of hygiene and health and safety is essential, along with the ability to follow instructions accurately.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and care duties required.
• Ability to operate basic equipment safely is necessary.
• Willingness to undertake medical screenings is expected.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties as instructed by senior staff.
• Assist in meal preparation and maintain hygiene in kitchen.
• Provide care and assistance to service users based on individual needs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Literacy skills

Ability to follow instructions

Understanding of hygiene issues

Experience in care

Education

NVQ2 in care or willingness to undergo training

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Our client is looking for experienced Domestics to carry out cleaning duties and some physical care tasks for people with physical, visual or hearing difficulties under the direction of the Manager or senior staff member on duty.

Must have previous cleaning experience and be willing to work on a Rota working 30 hours 5 days over 7 working 08 : 00- 14 : 00 or 12 : 30 - 18 : 30

Ability to work flexibly; working shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays

Cleaning of Designated Areas

Following the direction of senior staff, carry out delegated tasks to maintain the building fabric, furniture and fittings in a clean and hygienic condition.

Duties in kitchen and dining room such as assistance in meal preparation, washing up, laying and clearing tables etc.

Operation of powered equipment, e.g. vacuum cleaners, floor polishers etc.

Service Users

As instructed by the senior member of staff, carry out care duties in a responsive manner appropriate to the individual needs of the service user. These will include washing and bathing, care of clothing, toileting etc.

Miscellaneous

You will be working with potentially heavy / bulky equipment and supplies, as well as working with service users who may have restricted mobility and / or challenging behaviour. As part of your role you will be required to undertake Movement and Handling training to help you assess and reduce risks to yourself, colleagues and service users. You will be required to undertake a standard medical screening and any other medical screening as determined by the Occupational Health Unit appropriate to occupational risk.

Report any incidents and difficulties to senior staff.

Attend staff meetings, training sessions, etc. as required.

To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature, as may be determined by the jobholder's supervisor from time to time, in consultation with the jobholder.

Requirements for this job

An understanding of the differing physical and emotional needs pertaining to the specific user group

Ability to demonstrate an organised approach to domestic tasks

Ability to demonstrate literacy skills to read and follow instructions

Understanding of practical hygiene issues and health and safety issues relating to the kitchen environment and other areas

Understanding of equality issues and how they relate to service delivery

Ability to operate basic equipment safely

Ability to participate in handicrafts and leisure activities and encourage residents involvement

Possession of NVQ2 in care or willing to undergo this training

Willingness to continue further training and personal development

Ability to work flexibly; working shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays

You will be required to undertake a standard medical screening and any other medical screening as determined by the Occupational Health Unit appropriate to occupational risk.

You must hold an Enhanced DBS check or have willingness to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

If you feel you have the right skills for the role please apply via CV

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