Domestic Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.34 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 October 2025 |
| Location: | Swindon, SN1 3NP |
| Company: | Maria Mallaband Care Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | VA011524 |
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.
Kings Court
Kings Court Care Centre, situated close to transport routes in Swindon, supports those seeking an independent lifestyle and assistance from skilled carers. A team of caring staff welcomes new residents and strives to respect the wishes of individuals as much as possible. Residents at Kings Court Care Centre have the freedom to make decisions about what meals they would like. A home-cooked alternative meal can always be provided by the care home's chef. Individuals are given nutritious options so that they can enjoy a well-balanced diet. Staff takes residents and their relatives' concerns very seriously and individuals are made to feel comfortable thanks to the care home's approachable and friendly staff.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme