Domestic Assistant

Aurem Care; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Penicuik seeks a Housekeeper to ensure a clean and safe environment for residents. The role involves cleaning duties, adhering to health standards, and maintaining hygiene protocols. Ideal candidates will have previous housekeeping experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. The position offers 20 hours weekly at £12.21 per hour, alongside benefits such as paid leave and training opportunities. Join a company recognized for excellence in care and make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

28 Days Annual Leave including bank holidays

Life insurance

Free or discounted meals

Free parking

Company pension

Free in-house training

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in housekeeping.
• Ability to work independently with creativity and passion.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties as directed by the Head Housekeeper.
• Ensure compliance with infection control policies and COSHH regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Are you seeking an opportunity to make a positive impact in your local community?

Have you had the privilege of gaining valuable experience in the field of Housekeeping?

Join us in a fulfilling and rewarding career where you can truly make a difference.

What does the job role involve?

Domestics play an important part in our care homes, ensuring it is a clean and safe environment for our residents and staff.

The role includes but is not limited to:

• Carry out all cleaning duties as directed by the Head Housekeeper.
• Maintain a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene.
• Ensure that all cleaning equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe condition.
• To be sensitive to the privacy and individual needs of the residents.
• To comply with COSHH regulations.
• To adhere to infection control polices at all times.
• To ensure the correct use of PPE.
• To ensure trolley’s are re-stocked at the end of shift and cleaning cupboards are left clean and tidy.
• Any other ad hoc duties within the role

What makes a successful candidate:

• Must have previous experience
• You will be able to work well as part of a team and independently showing creativity and passion for the work you do
• You will have great communication and organisational skills
• Be able to follow and prioritise tasks and responsibilities

What can we offer you in return for your hardwork and commitment?

• 20 hours per week
• Pay: £12.21 per hour
• 28 Days Annual Leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part time contracts)
• Life insurance
• Free PVG (T&C's apply)
• Free or discounted meals
• Free parking
• Company pension
• Free in house training via our elearning platform, your Hippo, in addition to our fully funded apprenticeship courses.
• Yearly salary review
• Refer a friend scheme, with up to £750 reward for each referral (T&C's apply)
• Being part of an organisation where empowering and valuing our people is fundamental to everything we do

Please Note: Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation. Therefore the successful applicant must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently.

Why join us?

Aurem Care have been awarded for the prestigious ‘Top 20 Care Home Group’ accolade by carehome.co.uk, celebrating our commitment to excellence in care across the UK.

Aurem Care homes are all about people caring about people, we believe our care homes should be happy homes for loved ones.

Our team play an important role in our homes, to ensure that our values are lived and embraced every day.

Diversity, Integrity, Fun, Committed and Connecting

If these are values that resonate with you and you’re looking for a rewarding job in making a real difference to the lives of our amazing residents, then we want to hear from you now!