Domestic Assistant
| Posting date: | 03 January 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £11.57 to £11.57 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 February 2025 |
| Location: | Christleton, CH3 7AP |
| Company: | Maria Mallaband Care Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | VA009184-2 |
Summary
About the Role
We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.
The Domestic Assistant is part of the care team and as such works with other staff and maintains a clean and safe environment for all Service Users and staff.
Working with us will result in some fantastic benefits & rewards
- Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
- Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
- Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
- An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
- Free criminal record checks
- Pension Scheme with Nest
- Flexible working patterns
- Cycle to work scheme**
- Service recognition
- Training support and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Wellbeing support
- Discounted gym membership
*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.
**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage
Main duties:
- Promote the Company Mission Statement at all times.
- Ensure the Home’s furniture, furnishings and fittings are sufficiently clean.
- Ensure all surfaces of floors, walls and ceilings are sufficiently clean.
- Clean carpets when necessary.
- Empty wastebaskets and yellow/black bins daily ensuring that waste is disposed of safely in line with the requirements.
- Clean all internal windows monthly.
- Clean all bedrooms thoroughly once a week on a rota basis. Ensure that the communal areas are cleaned daily.
- Ensure all sinks, en-suites, bathrooms and toilets are cleaned daily.
- Chemicals must be stored in line with the COSHH requirements.
- Re-stock paper products and dispensers.
*Apprenticeship opportunities available
Person Specification:
Professional
- Have an understanding of the Health and Social Care Act 2008
Experience
- Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels
- Genuine interest in working in a social care environment.
General
- Demonstrate care and compassion.
- Team player.
- Required to work in a physically and mentally demanding environment.
Birch Heath Lodge
Birch Heath Lodge is situated in the picturesque village of Christleton and is a short drive from Chester. The home is registered to provide care for up to 36 elderly residents. Christleton proves to be a popular residential care setting, with easy access to the town centre whilst being able to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding countryside. Birch Heath Lodge has three lounges, a dining area and a conservatory which leads out to the lovely gardens. Residents can now also relax in the home's new study. Care provider Maria Mallaband are well-known for a growing portfolio of luxury accommodation, dedicated to being adaptable to personal circumstance and to provide access to any necessary health expertise from a homely and comfortable environment.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme