Domestic Assistant job at Harlow Full Time NEW

As a Domestic Assistant at Abbots Care Home, Harlow, you will be part of a compassionate and welcoming team. Along with the rest of the Housekeeping Team, you would ensure that the care home is always maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and is safe, comfortable, and welcoming for the people living in our care home.

Taking pride in the service you provide to the people living in our care homes will make a difference every day.

Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental

health issues. By joining us you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect:

• Salary: £13.45 per hour
• Flexible on shift pattern from 8am-4pm
• Hours: 20 hours per week including working alternative weekends
• Blue Light Card reimbursement – where you can access a wide range of discounts.

About the role:

• Ensure that bedrooms, bathrooms, and communal areas are always cleaned to a high standard.
• Undertake deep cleans as required on a rota basis to include floors, soft furnishing, 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 as part of the role and promote independence, choice, dignity, and respect at all times.

What we are looking for from you:

• A kind, compassionate approach to everything you do.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good time management and organisation 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

What we offer in return for your hard work:

• 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 you refer*
• DBS certificate paid by Excelcare*
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)
• Paid uniform
• Employee of the month – £100 for outstanding contribution
• Team appreciation week

*Terms and Conditions apply

If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.