Domestic Assistant (Part Time)

At Barty House Nursing Home in Maidstone we have an exciting opportunity for a Domestic Assistant to join our housekeeping team.

This is a part time position, working a total of 8 hours per week. 

This can be worked either as one 8-hour shift per week or as two 4-hour shifts per week.

You must also be able to commit to working alternate weekends in this role.

Purpose of Role:

Working under the direction of the Head of Housekeeping and the Registered Manager, to ensure the highest possible standards of cleanliness in all parts of the home.

Key Duties:

• Carrying out your duties to a high standard of cleanliness for our residents.
• To clean in accordance with the standards and frequency as detailed within the Home’s Infection Control Policy and Cleaning Manual.
• To use cleaning products and materials, ensuring the correct product and dilatation as specified in the cleaning manual and the COSHH guidelines.
• To clean all sanitary areas respecting the privacy of residents and visitors and as specified in the cleaning manual.
• To follow Infection Control guidelines for the cleaning of isolation and other high-risk areas within the Home.
• Be aware of COSHH regulations and adhere to them at all times.

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Firm understanding of infection control
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Flexible and positive ‘can do’ attitude

In return, we will offer you:

• Competitive Salary
• Discounts at Major High Street Retailers
• Industry Recognised Training (including NVQ Levels 2 & 3)
• Progression Opportunities
• Free Uniform
• Comfortable Staff Rooms

Our philosophy is to create a secure, relaxed, happy and homely atmosphere for our residents to live in and for the staff to work in. We specialise in providing quality nursing and residential care for the elderly.

We are part of the Canford Healthcare group of homes.

If you would like to join our successful team, please select "apply now" and forward us your CV.