Domestic/Kitchen Assistant

About The Role

Yorkare Homes is one of the highest CQC rated care providers nationally and that same level of care is provided at Westfield Park.

The care home provides both residential and dementia care.

The Home includes facilities such as an in-house bar, a full beauty salon and hairdressing room, cinema and terraces.

The facilities are used on a daily basis by visiting friends and family, and in our varied activities program.

We are currently recruiting for a Domestic Assistant (this will include weekend work)

The role of a Domestic Assistant is to work as part of a team providing a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness in all areas throughout the home, following appropriate cleaning procedures

It is essential that all our staff are;

• Flexible, caring and compassionate.
• Positive, self-motivated and organised.
• Willing to undertake any training necessary to develop skills and competency relevant to the role.
• Sensitive to the needs of others.
• An active team player and must be able to work on own initiative.
• Possess good communication skills with colleagues and residents.

Overview of Job Description

• The use of chemicals and cleaning equipment responsibly and within health and safety guidelines. To clear waste in an appropriate manner. To maintain Health and safety throughout the home for residents, visitors and staff.

• To keep a high standard of appearance and tidiness throughout the home and to respect each residents’ belongings being mindful of their privacy and dignity in their rooms and to their personal property

• To check the condition of domestic equipment and report any malfunctions, hazards or potential hazards to maintenance.

• To undertake isolation cleaning where required – for residents who need to be protected from infection, or for those who may be infected.

In return the company will offer you:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Bonus for working over Christmas
• Free Uniform
• Fully comprehensive training and development support from our in-house trainer
• Career Progression
• Staff recognition awards
• Rewards App
• Health Scheme
• Working with a fantastic team of friendly, supportive, like-minded individuals
• Free Enhanced DBS*

Whilst experience is preferred, training and support is provided to a very high standard if the applicant demonstrates all the qualities we feel are essential to fulfil this role, such as having a positive and caring attitude.

Payscale £11.50 per hour regardless of age.

Yorkare Homes is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer

Unfortunately Yorkare Homes do not currently have a sponsorship license and therefore cannot support overseas applications

• Fee will be recouped should you leave within your probation period.