Domestic Assistant

Overview

Unfortunately we are not able to provide Tier 2 sponsorship.

£12.21 per hour

18 hours per week

Join our team at St Augustine’s care home and be part of a compassionate, values-led community dedicated to enriching the lives of older people. What you do here has impact far beyond the care home, you will contribute to our wider mission of compassion and service, making a real difference in peoples lives, both here and around the world.

• Keep communal areas such as lounges, dining rooms, corridors, and bathrooms clean, tidy, and welcoming.
• Support daily routines by setting tables for meals and clearing them afterwards.
• Assist with dishwashing and keeping kitchen/dining areas organised.
• Monitor and maintain stocks for day-to-day use, reporting any shortages to the supervisor.
• Follow infection control, health, and safety procedures at all times.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure residents always enjoy a safe, clean, and homely environment.
• Respect the privacy and dignity of all residents while carrying out your duties.

• A caring and respectful approach, with a genuine interest in creating a homely environment for residents.
• Reliability and punctuality, with the ability to manage tasks independently as well as work well within a team.
• Good communication skills to work effectively with colleagues across the home.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in shared spaces.
• Flexibility to support with a variety of domestic tasks such as meal preparation support, dishwashing, and general upkeep of communal areas.
• Previous experience in a domestic, or care home environment

• Company pension scheme, we contribute 7% (this is above the national average)
• Employee discounts across online and high street retailers
• Full training and ongoing development opportunities
• Double pay on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day
• Innovative technology to minimize paperwork and enhance time with residents
• A diverse and inclusive workplace
• Free DBS check
• 28 days holiday (incl. Bank Holidays) pro rata
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals

Since 1881, our mission is simple: to serve those at every location, with our core value of Hospitality, treating every individual with dignity, respect, and compassion.

If you’re ready to bring purpose and meaning to your work, apply today to become part of the Sisters Hospitallers community.