Domestic Assistant

Routes To Work South; Cambuslang; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care home in Cambuslang is seeking a Domestic Assistant to ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are met. This full-time role involves performing various cleaning tasks and adhering to safety protocols in a supportive environment. Candidates should have prior cleaning experience and be comfortable using cleaning equipment. The position offers a salary of £12.21 and requires participation in staff meetings and training. Closing date for applications is January 9, 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in cleaning or domestic roles essential.
• Good sound knowledge of safe equipment use.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the Care Home.
• Follow cleaning schedules according to Infection Control Procedures.
• Greet visitors and answer the telephone politely.

Skills

Knowledge of safe equipment use

Ability to maintain cleanliness

Job description

Job Specifics

• Reference No: LO283
• Location: Cambuslang
• Hours: Full Time
• Salary: £12.21
• Closing Date: Friday 9th January 2026
• Why should you apply for this role: Strong Company Reputation

Job Overview

Cambuslang based Care Home require a Domestic Assistant to work as part of their team to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the Care Home, whilst ensuring a safe, comfortable environment at all times.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Key Tasks

• Maintain the highest standards of efficiency and cleanliness within all areas of the care home.
• En-suites, toilets, baths and hand basins to be cleaned daily.
• Plants should be kept watered and dead flowers removed before they become unsightly.
• Occasionally it may be necessary to perform unpleasant cleaning duties. These duties are to be carried out with diplomacy so as not to cause undue distress or embarrassment to the resident.
• Ensure that cleaning schedules are followed in line with Standard Infection Control Procedures.
• Safely operate domestic trolleys, chemicals, vacuum, mops etc ensuring they are not left unattended.
• Ensure that all laundry is placed in the appropriate bags at all times.
• Ensure all pads are placed in appropriate clinical bags and placed in bins provided.
• Greet visitors in a friendly manner and be able to answer the telephone politely and correctly, bringing any messages to the attention of the person in charge.
• Complete Cleaning Record daily
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and attend all mandatory training.
• To undertake any other duties within the scope of this job description, at your normal place of work or at any of the company’s homes.

Employer Expectations

Skills/Knowledge/Experience etc

• Have a good sound working knowledge of the safe use of equipment and help maintain the equipment in good, clean working order by regularly emptying bags, correct storage of cleaning materials, equipment etc.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures ensuring that working practice reflects the guidance provided

Qualifications/Tickets/Licences Required

• Previous experience in cleaning or domestic roles essential.