Job description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Cleaner/Domestic to join our team at Longfield Care Home in Maldon, Essex, you will be part of a supportive and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support to our residents. You will make a difference every day by engaging in meaningful activities with residents as well as promoting independence, choice, dignity, and respect always.
Excelcare is a family-owned care home group established for over 32 years. We provide support to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us as a Cleaner/Domestic you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect:
- Salary: £10.90 per hour.
- 18 hours a week
- Shifts from 8am - 2pm and 12pm – 6pm (You will be required to work alternate weekends).
What we offer in return for your hard work:
- Highly competitive pay rates
- 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
- Free on-site parking*
- Enhancement to pay on bank holidays
- 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
- Free learning and development*
- T’s and C’s apply
Main Accountabilities:
- Ensure the clean and hygienic maintenance of the Home to a high standard
- Clean all allocated bedrooms, including furniture, fittings, fabric, carpets, and equipment (sanitary and other)
- Ensure strict adherence to all health and safety rules (COSHH)
- Follow guidelines for the control of germs and infestations and universal waste control and infection control precautions
What you will need:
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and enthusiastic with a good sense of humour
- Politeness at all times when dealing with the people we care for as well as colleagues
If you are interested in this position please apply online today, we look forward to hearing from you.