Relief Domestic Assistant – Caring Care Home

MHA; Kingston near Lewes; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank hols)

Strong pension scheme

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Training and development opportunities

Employee assistance / counselling

Job summary

Langholme care home in Falmouth is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant (Relief) to join the MHA team. You will help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents, supporting wellbeing and infection prevention through high standards of cleanliness.

You will work a 7-day rota, be a good team player, communicate well and follow policy and COSHH guidelines. Training is provided, and DBS checks are supported by MHA as part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Dependable, organised and able to work as part of a team.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Flexible approach to a 7-day rota and ability to prioritise tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of residents’ rooms, bathrooms, offices and communal areas.
• Carry out cleaning tasks in line with schedules, including carpet cleaning.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and personal space at all times.
• Use and store cleaning equipment and materials safely, in line with COSHH requirements.
• Report 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.

Skills

Dependable

Organised

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Education

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Tools

Cleaning equipment operation

COSHH awareness

Job description

Langholme care home in Falmouth is seeking a reliable Domestic Assistant (Relief) to join the MHA team. You will help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents, supporting wellbeing and infection prevention through high standards of cleanliness.

You will work a 7-day rota, be a good team player, communicate well and follow policy and COSHH guidelines. Training is provided, and DBS checks are supported by MHA as part of the onboarding process.