Fixed Term Domestic Assistant based at Beechville, Bolton

MHA; Brighton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Free DBS checks

Uniforms provided

Counselling support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Vivup app

Induction and development

Long service awards

Job summary

MHA Beechville in Bolton is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant to maintain high cleanliness standards across residents’ areas, while respecting privacy and dignity. You will follow schedules, handle equipment safely, and support wellbeing and infection prevention. A flexible 7-day rota and training will be provided.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and compassionate care for older people in a welcoming home environment.

Qualifications

• Previous domestic or cleaning work is desirable.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and use your own initiative.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people.
• Flexible approach to work, including working a 7-day rota.
• QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care desirable but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and general tidiness of residents’ rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal areas.
• Carry out cleaning tasks in line with schedules, including carpet cleaning where required.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and personal space at all times.
• Use and store cleaning equipment and materials safely and correctly, in line with COSHH requirements.
• Report any faulty equipment, hazards or damage promptly to a senior colleague.
• Attend training, staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals as required.
• Follow MHA policies, including health & safety, infection prevention and safeguarding.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Instruction following

Flexibility

Resident care

Organised

Sensitivity to residents

Education

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

COSHH

Job description

Fixed Term Domestic Assistant based at Beechville, Bolton

For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Service. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch - we are happy to review individual circumstances.

About the role

We are looking for a reliable and caring Domestic Assistant to join our team at MHA. This is an important role, helping to create a clean, safe and welcoming environment where residents feel comfortable, respected and at home.

As a Domestic Assistant, you will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness across designated areas of the home, while always respecting residents’ privacy, dignity and individual needs. Your work will play a vital part in supporting wellbeing and infection prevention.

What you will do

• Maintain cleanliness and general tidiness of residents’ rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal areas.
• Carry out cleaning tasks in line with schedules, including carpet cleaning where required.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and personal space at all times.
• Use and store cleaning equipment and materials safely and correctly, in line with COSHH requirements.
• Report any faulty equipment, hazards or damage promptly to a senior colleague.
• Attend training, staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals as required.
• Follow MHA policies, including health & safety, infection prevention and safeguarding.

About you

We are looking for someone who is dependable, organised and takes pride in their work.

You will bring:

• Previous experience of domestic or cleaning work (desirable).
• The ability to work well as part of a team and use your own initiative.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• The ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people.
• A flexible approach to work, including working a 7-day rota.
• A QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

You will be joining an organisation with strong values and a commitment to helping people live later life well. At MHA, every role matters, and Domestic Assistants play a vital part in creating safe, comfortable and caring homes.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you will enjoy:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)
• A strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Free DBS checks and uniforms
• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
• A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

About the Service

Beechville is a welcoming home where colleagues work together to deliver compassionate, person-centred care. Its friendly and inclusive culture means new colleagues quickly feel part of the team, supported by peers who are committed to making every day meaningful for those who live here.

The home encourages a calm, respectful environment where dignity and independence are central to the way colleagues work. Rooted in MHA’s charitable values, Beechville offers a workplace where kindness, collaboration and shared purpose guide decision making.

Beechville is a great place for those who want to build a rewarding career in a supportive team, developing their skills while making a genuine difference to older people.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Talent Acquisition Team.