Domestic Assistant - Ambleside Bank
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Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Domestic Assistant to join our team at Ambleside Bank Care Home. This position requires a keen eye for detail and a commitment to providing high-quality cleaning.
Job Details
Job Title: Domestic Assistant
Location: Ambleside Bank Care Home
Hours per week: 34
Salary: £13.00 per hour
Duties
To ensure that all areas of the home are cleaned to a high standard in compliance with the specific cleaning guidelines and schedules and that they effectively meet the residents’ and homes needs.
To be aware of your responsibility for ensuring the people you are looking after are safeguarded from abuse.
To respect and maintain confidentiality of resident’s personal information at all times, including their right to privacy, dignity and choice.
To understand and comply with the statutory and legal requirements that are relevant such as Health & Safety, COSHH, Fire Safety and all aspects of the Care Standards Act, to maintain safety throughout the home.
Ensure all equipment used is in full, safe working order and immediately report any faults by completing the maintenance sheet.
Check all areas of the home are supplied with adequate housekeeping items and inform your Line Manager of any shortages.
Always be alert and use your own initiative, spot clean any spillages as they occur.
Be an active and helpful member of the team, contribute to meetings, attend training sessions and ensure that the home is a friendly and supportive working environment.
Ensure that their mandatory training is maintained.
Participate in individual supervision, training and appraisal, as agreed with your line manager.
Safeguard at all times the confidentiality of information relating to staff and residents.
Undertake any other operational duties identified by your line manager.
Requirements
Basic numeric and literacy skills
Good communication skills
Friendly, helpful and courteous
COSHH training
Ability to use and maintain essential cleaning equipment
Able to organise and complete routine tasks to set standards
Previous experience in commercial cleaning or within a care/hospital environment is highly desirable.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow instructions accurately.
Excellent time management skills to complete tasks efficiently within designated timeframes.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Good communication skills for effective interaction with colleagues and clients.
A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to handle unexpected situations calmly.
If you are passionate about maintaining clean environments and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Domestic Assistant.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.00 per hour
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Referral programme
Apply online here: https://uk.indeed.com/job/domestic-assistant-298c2cc88b7030a6
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