General Assistant

Abbeyfield; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

33 days leave (including holidays) Pro

Medicash healthcare

Dayforce instant pay

Induction

Life Assurance

Pay progression

Career development

Sick pay

Company pension

Gym discount

Employee assistance

Cycle-to-work

Vouchers

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Abbeyfield Living Society is seeking a General Assistant (Housekeeping/Domestic) at Marsh House in Crosby. The role involves keeping the home clean, assisting with meals, and welcoming visitors. Training is provided, and you’ll work within the care setting to support residents.

Eligibility to work in the UK and DBS checks are required; references may be requested. The post offers a competitive hourly rate and progression opportunities within Abbeyfield.

Qualifications

• No prior care experience required; full training provided.
• High standards of neatness and care for residents.

Responsibilities

• Keep resident areas clean and tidy, for residents and visitors.
• Assist with meal preparation and support kitchen staff.
• Clean laundry and maintain hygiene in all areas.
• Follow cleaning schedules set by Home Manager or Housekeeper.
• Support in preparing meals to high hygiene and presentation standards.

Job description

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. Our work is guided by five core values – Care, Compassion, Community, Integrity and Excellence – and we are proud of the difference our teams make every day in the lives of residents, colleagues and local communities.

We are now looking for a dedicated General Assistant to join our team at Marsh House.

Role:

General Assistant - Housekeeper and Domestic

Pay:

£12.71 p/h - £12.81 p/h

Location:

Marsh House, 14/16 Eshe Road, Crosby, L23 3AR

Hours:

7.5

Shift Times:

Week 1 Monday Tuesday Friday Week 2 Tuesday Saturday Sunday 11.30am to 14.00pm

The Role of General Assistant - Housekeeping / Domestic:

• As one of our valued general assistants, you’re at the front line of care. We’re passionate about creating a lovely environment for our residents to enjoy. So you’ll help us keep our Home clean and tidy for our residents, assist with meal preparation, and welcome our many visitors.
• Every resident should enjoy a tidy and well maintained environment, clean laundry, and carefully support the Kitchen staff in preparing meals, presented to the highest standard.
• You may work within the cleaning and housekeeping schedules as set by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.
• This varied role may include cleaning of the residents’ bedrooms, self-contained flats, the communal areas and offices.
• You may also assist in providing healthy and nutritious food for our residents. By keeping all kitchen and store areas clean, and following all hygienic practices you help protect our residents and keep them safe.

Pay & Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Up to 31 days paid leave, including bank/public holidays (Pro Rata)
• Book Virtual GP appointments, claim back healthcare and dental expenses with Medicash
• Work overtime? With Dayforce Wallet, access your extra pay instantly, with no waiting until payday!
• Comprehensive induction
• Life Assurance
• Pay progression within role
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Occupational sick pay
• Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• An employee assistance programme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• 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 that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield! Whether you’re new to the world of care or looking for a new career, we’re looking for people to join our growing team of general assistants.
• Don’t worry if you have no experience - we’ll provide you with all the training you need. What’s more important is that you have have high standards, and a natural calling to care!

You can find out more about Abbeyfield Living Society and our values here: https://www.abbeyfieldliving.org.uk/about-us/

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

Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Abbeyfield. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.