Relief Domestic Assistant: Caring Home Care

MHA; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Domestic Assistant (Relief) at Chapel Fields care home, Frodsham, will maintain high standards of cleanliness across residents’ rooms, bathrooms and communal areas. You will follow schedules, respect privacy and safety, report faults, and participate in training to support wellbeing and infection prevention.

The role is suitable for dependable team players with good communication and a flexible 7-day rota. Training will be provided, and DBS requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of domestic or cleaning work (desirable).
• The 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.
• A 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Follow Instructions

Prioritisation

Sensitivity to older people

Flexibility

Domestic cleaning experience

Education

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Domestic Assistant (Relief) at Chapel Fields care home, Frodsham, will maintain high standards of cleanliness across residents’ rooms, bathrooms and communal areas. You will follow schedules, respect privacy and safety, report faults, and participate in training to support wellbeing and infection prevention.

The role is suitable for dependable team players with good communication and a flexible 7-day rota. Training will be provided, and DBS requirements apply.