General Assistant

Abbeyfield Group; Brighton, Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of housing and care for older people as a General Assistant. Your role will involve maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for residents, assisting with meal preparation, and ensuring high standards of hygiene. Abbeyfield offers various benefits and training opportunities for those with a passion for care.

Benefits

Up to 31 days paid leave

Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via 'refer a friend' scheme

Life Assurance

Pay progression within role

Learning and career development opportunities

Company pension

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance programme

Shop and save vouchers

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• No experience necessary as training will be provided.
• Key qualities are high standards and a natural calling to care.

Responsibilities

• Keep the home clean and tidy, assist with meal preparation.
• Clean residents’ bedrooms, flats, communal areas, and offices.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchens and storage areas.

Skills

High Standards

Compassion

Job description

14 Swinbourne Grove, Withington, Manchester M20 4PP, UK Req #720

16 May 2025

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team.

Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter.

Role: General Assistant (Housekeeper and Domestic)
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Location: Downing House, Swinbourne Grove, Withington, M20 4PP
Hours: 28 hours a week and alternative weekends
Shift Times: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Role of General Assistant:

• As a valued general assistant, you’ll be at the front line of care, helping to create a pleasant environment for residents. Your duties include keeping the home clean and tidy, assisting with meal preparation, and welcoming visitors.
• Ensure residents enjoy a tidy and well-maintained environment, including clean laundry and supporting kitchen staff in preparing high-standard meals.
• Work within cleaning and housekeeping schedules set by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.
• This role involves cleaning residents’ bedrooms, flats, communal areas, and offices.
• Assist in providing healthy, nutritious food by maintaining cleanliness in kitchens and storage areas and following hygienic practices to ensure residents’ safety.

At Abbeyfield, we reward our staff with various benefits, including:

• Competitive pay
• Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays (Pro Rata)
• Unlimited opportunities to earn £500 via our 'refer a friend' scheme
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee assistance programme
• Shop and save vouchers
• Opportunity to obtain Blue Light Card discounts

About You

• Do you have high standards and like things to be neat and tidy? If so, you might be a great fit at Abbeyfield! No experience is necessary as we will provide training. The key qualities are high standards and a natural calling to care.

Please note, this role requires eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references, and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be covered by Abbeyfield. You may need to disclose details of any convictions; failure to do so may result in employment being revoked.