Domestic Assistant

Domestic Assistant

Location: On site / Harwich, UK
Job type: Permanent / Part-time
Sector and subsector: Facilities Management Cleaner
Hourly Fixed salary: £13.45

At Limecourt Care Home in Harwich, the Domestic Assistant is part of a compassionate and welcoming team. Together with the Housekeeping Team, you will ensure that the care home is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and is safe, comfortable, and welcoming.

Delivering high quality service to residents makes a difference every day.

About the role

• Ensure that bedrooms, bathrooms and communal areas are cleaned to a high standard at all times.
• Undertake deep cleans as required on a rota basis, including floors, soft furnishings, fixtures, fittings, windows, and walls.
• Dispose of rubbish.
• Report any equipment failure or maintenance issues in line with policies and procedures.
• Comply with COSHH and Infection Control Regulations.
• Engage in meaningful activities with residents and promote independence, choice, dignity, and respect at all times.

What we are looking for

• A kind, compassionate approach to everything you do.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and a good sense of humour.
• An eye for detail and the ability to juggle priorities.
• Previous experience in a cleaner or domestic role is desirable.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Free on-site parking.
• Enhanced bank holiday pay.
• Annual salary review.
• Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person referred.
• DBS certificate paid by Excelcare.
• Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme.
• Paid uniform.
• Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution.
• Team appreciation week.
• Blue Light Card reimbursement for specific discounts.