Part-Time Domestic & Care Assistant (28h/wk)

Essex County Council; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Essex County Council is seeking a Part Time Domestic Assistant to support Bridgemarsh residential home in Chelmsford. The role is 28 hours per week with a pro rata salary of £20,823 per annum, including a 6% additional allowance. Shifts are typically 1pm–6pm and every other weekend.

Ward tasks include laundry, kitchen and dining area hygiene, general cleaning, and inventory checks. Experience in care settings and a friendly, proactive approach are essential for maintaining safety and cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Educated to RQF level 2 (GCSE) or equivalent by experience.
• Health and Safety experience with relevant qualifications.
• First Aid qualification, training and experience.
• Knowledge of basic food hygiene.
• High standards of cleanliness.
• Experience in residential care settings for young people.
• Ability to work on own initiative and be flexible.
• Friendly and empathetic demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Ensure laundry duties are undertaken efficiently and in a timely way.
• Contribute to kitchen efficiency and cleanliness of tools, crockery, and pans.
• Undertake full cleaning tasks including toilets and windows and maintain hygiene.
• Replenish hand towels, toilet rolls and soap; monitor stock levels.
• Load and unload dishwashers as required.
• Attend meetings/supervision as required and support safeguarding procedures.
• Work in line with information governance and health and safety standards.
• Adapt duties to meet changing needs of the Family Centre.

Skills

Health & Safety

First Aid

Food Hygiene

Cleanliness

Residential Care

Initiative

Flexibility

Friendly Demeanour

Education

RQF Level 2 GCSE

Job description

Essex County Council is seeking a Part Time Domestic Assistant to support Bridgemarsh residential home in Chelmsford. The role is 28 hours per week with a pro rata salary of £20,823 per annum, including a 6% additional allowance. Shifts are typically 1pm–6pm and every other weekend.

Ward tasks include laundry, kitchen and dining area hygiene, general cleaning, and inventory checks. Experience in care settings and a friendly, proactive approach are essential for maintaining safety and cleanliness.