Part-Time Domestic Assistant – Caring for Residents

MHA; Leeds; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl bank holidays

Pension scheme & life assurance

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling & chaplaincy support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts (Blue Light Card)

Induction & ongoing training

Long service awards

Job summary

MHA in Leeds is seeking a dependable Domestic Assistant based at Gledhow to help create a clean, safe and welcoming home for residents. This part-time role (18 hours/week) offers a flexible rota and DBS checks with training provided.

You will join a compassionate team committed to resident wellbeing and high standards of care. You will maintain cleanliness across rooms and communal areas, follow schedules, respect privacy, and handle cleaning tasks safely in line with COSHH.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of domestic or cleaning work (desirable).
• Ability to work well as part of a team and use your own initiative.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• The ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people.
• Flexible approach to work, including working a 7-day rota.
• A QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and general tidiness of residents’ rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal areas.
• Carry out cleaning tasks in line with schedules, including carpet cleaning where required.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and personal space at all times.
• Use and store cleaning equipment and materials safely and correctly, in line with COSHH requirements.
• Report any faulty equipment, hazards or damage promptly to a senior colleague.
• Attend training, staff meetings, supervisions and appraisals as required.
• Follow MHA policies, including health & safety, infection prevention and safeguarding.

Job description

MHA in Leeds is seeking a dependable Domestic Assistant based at Gledhow to help create a clean, safe and welcoming home for residents. This part-time role (18 hours/week) offers a flexible rota and DBS checks with training provided.

You will join a compassionate team committed to resident wellbeing and high standards of care. You will maintain cleanliness across rooms and communal areas, follow schedules, respect privacy, and handle cleaning tasks safely in line with COSHH.