General Assistant Cleaning

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Leek; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension

Life insurance

Training opportunities

Flexible working

Staff networks

Job summary

Daisy Haye Retirement Community in Leek, Staffordshire is seeking a General Assistant - Cleaning to maintain clean communal areas and kitchens to a high standard. You will join a compassionate team, supporting residents with privacy and dignity while adhering to health and safety practices.

The role is part-time, 20 hours per week, with £12.71 per hour. We offer a comprehensive rewards package including generous annual leave, pension, life insurance and access to training and flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience with general cleaning duties (desirable).
• Some experience in a domestic or catering environment.
• Level 2 diploma in housekeeping or catering, or willingness to work towards.
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Basic understanding of health and safety in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Keep communal areas, offices, and kitchens clean and tidy.
• Complete all cleaning duties to a high standard.
• Report any faults or hazards to maintain a safe environment.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure equipment is used safely.
• Help prepare meals and drinks while meeting customers' needs and respecting their privacy and dignity.

Skills

Cleaning experience

Domestic/catering experience

Interpersonal skills

Health & safety basics

Customer service

Education

Level 2 Diploma in housekeeping or catering

Job description

Title: General Assistant Cleaning

Leek, Staffordshire, GB, ST13 6AU

General Assistant - Cleaning

Daisy Haye, Ball Haye Road, Leek, ST13 6AU

£12.71 per hour

20 Hours per week

Make a quiet difference that's felt every day

We're proud to be recognised as the 2025 Housing with Care Employer of the Year – and we're excited to welcome a new General Assistant - Cleaning to our vibrant Retirement Community at Daisy Haye, Ball Haye Road, Leek, ST13 6AU.

You'll be part of a compassionate, community-focused team supporting our retirement community residents, that puts people first – every single day. #BeYourBest is more than a hashtag – it's our commitment to helping our people grow, thrive, and feel valued. We'll support you with the tools, training, and encouragement to reach your full potential, while celebrating your individuality and the difference you make every day.

Your role

• Keep communal areas, offices, and kitchens clean and tidy
• Complete all cleaning duties to a high standard
• Report any faults or hazards to maintain a safe environment
• Monitor stock levels and ensure equipment is used safely
• Help prepare meals and drinks while meeting customers' needs and respecting their privacy and dignity

Your skills

• Experience with general cleaning duties (desirable)
• Some experience in a domestic or catering environment
• Level 2 diploma in housekeeping or catering, or willingness to work towards
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• Basic understanding of health and safety in the workplace

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That's why, alongside 33 days' annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension scheme, we've created a package designed to help you thrive:

• Health and wellbeing support– including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangementsandannual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded trainingand ongoing career development opportunities
• Flexible working optionsand aninclusive culturewhere everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

Inclusion is one of our core values. We're committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

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