General Assistant

Abbeyfield; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Up to 31 days paid leave (Pro Rata)

Virtual GP & Medicash healthcare

Dayforce Wallet pay

Induction

Life Assurance

Pay progression

Learning and career development

Sick pay

Company pension

Gym discount

Employee assistance programme

Cycle-to-work

Vouchers

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Abbeyfield Living Society is seeking a dedicated General Assistant - Housekeeping/Domestic at Hope Bank View, Silksworth, Sunderland. The role focuses on keeping resident environments clean, tidy and welcoming, assisting with meal preparation, and supporting kitchen staff to deliver high-quality meals.

No prior care experience is required as full training is provided. We value high standards and a caring approach, and offer a supportive team environment with opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• High standards and pride in keeping environments clean and tidy.

Responsibilities

• You’ll help keep the Home clean and tidy for residents and assist with meal preparation.
• You’ll support the Kitchen staff in preparing meals presented to a high standard.
• You may work within cleaning and housekeeping schedules set by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.
• You may clean residents’ bedrooms, self-contained flats, communal areas and offices as required.
• You’ll follow hygienic practices to keep kitchen and store areas clean and safe.

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 Hope Bank View.

Role

General Assistant - Housekeeper and Domestic

Pay

£12.71 p/h - £12.81 p/h

Location

Hope Bank View, Dene Street, Silksworth, SR3 1EB

Hours

24

Shift Times

Week 1 11-17.30 Monday Tuesday Saturday Sunday / Week 2 9-17.30 Wednesday Thursday Friday.

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

At Abbeyfield, we are committed to rewarding our staff for their hard work. Our benefits include:

• 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 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.