General Assistant - Cleaning

Sanctuary Group; Burwell; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Domestic Assistant, where your role will be pivotal in maintaining the cleanliness and safety of communal areas in a supportive living environment. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being of residents while ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. With a commitment to personal and professional growth, you'll enjoy comprehensive training and a range of benefits, including generous holiday entitlement and a pension scheme. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the community, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday

Pension scheme

Online discounts

Health and well-being plans

Life assurance

Flexible working options

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning or domestic environments is desirable.
• Willingness to attain Level 2 diploma in housekeeping/catering.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of communal areas and kitchens.
• Assist with meal preparation while respecting hygiene standards.
• Report faults and manage stock levels.

Skills

General Cleaning Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service Skills

Health and Safety Knowledge

Education

Level 2 Diploma in Housekeeping/Catering

Job description

Domestic Assistant

Location: Ness Court, Baker Drive, Burwell, CB25 0AD

Salary: £12.21 per hour

Hours: 20 hours per week

Closing Date: [Insert closing date]

Requisition: 224611

Sanctuary Supported Living is recruiting a Domestic Assistant for our Retirement Communities Service at Ness Court, Burwell.

We provide a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services across England, helping individuals live independently.

As a national, not-for-profit organisation, we focus on local impact, putting our customers at the center of our work. We are committed to excellence and supporting our customers' independence.

Working with us is rewarding and impactful, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth through comprehensive training and benefits.

The role of Domestic Assistant includes:

• Maintaining cleanliness of communal areas, offices, and kitchens
• Completing cleaning duties to high standards
• Reporting faults and hazards to ensure safety
• Managing stock levels and equipment use
• Assisting with meal and drink preparation following hygiene standards
• Respecting customers' privacy and dignity

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in general cleaning or domestic/catering environments (desirable)
• Level 2 diploma in housekeeping/catering or willingness to attain
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Understanding of health and safety standards

Benefits include:

• At least 25 days paid holiday, increasing to 30 days after 5 years
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Online discounts and rewards
• Health and well-being plans
• Life assurance
• Flexible working options
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Learning and development opportunities

We are only accepting applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK. Internal applicants should use their internal careers account. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time, so early application is encouraged.

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all backgrounds. We will make reasonable adjustments during the application process and are committed to being a Disability Confident employer.

Sanctuary Group promotes equality and works with the Home Office to prevent illegal working. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required for successful applicants.

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