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We have an exciting opportunity for a domestic assistant to join our team at Yorklea residential Home where you will receive a competitive salary and great benefits.
You will work as part of the domestic team, aiming to provide a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the home. You will believe in our passion for giving our residents a hotel experience. We will offer training opportunities to help develop you every step of the way.
The successful candidate will be passionate, hardworking, and be a good communicator. You should be flexible and able to work weekends.
Responsibilities
To ensure that the home is clean, tidy and hygienic for clients to live in.
To clean carpets, curtains and upholstery as and when required.
To follow the cleaning framework and feedback any problems to the Senior Care Assistants
To report any defects, breakages or hazards to the Senior Care Assistant.
To comply with company policy and procedures relating to Health and Safety, Fire Safety, Maintenance Procedures and Company Rules.
General Responsibilities
It is the nature of the work we undertake in the home that tasks and responsibilities are, in many circumstances, unpredictable and varied. All staff are therefore expected to work flexibly and when occasions arise where tasks which are not covered in the job description have to be undertaken, they are done so willingly and to the best of your ability.
In addition all staff have a responsibility to:
· exemplify our Philosophy of Care
· act in accordance with the General Social Care Councils Code of Conduct
· promote the good reputation of the home at all times.
· carry out all duties in a safe manner showing regard to the health, safety and welfare of self, colleagues, patients and visitors to the home.
· understand and comply with company policies, standards and procedures at all times.
· report accidents, complaints and untoward incidents to your leader
· be conversant with fire regulations and procedures, and attend and participate in fire drill and evacuation practice
· identify opportunities to improve the service we offer
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to promoting the welfare and safety of our residents. All successful applications will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £12.75 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
Work Location: In person
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