Domestic - Older Adults - WMF2648e

The Cumbria County Council; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council in Ulverston is seeking a part-time Domestic to ensure a clean and homely environment for residents. You'll build relationships with residents and staff, responsible for all cleaning duties. Training will be given for infection control knowledge. This role offers various benefits including a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave. The position requires motivation and proactivity while working in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Various perks and discounts

Qualifications

• Knowledge of COSHH and infection control is desirable, but full training will be given.
• Must be organized and able to complete cleaning duties.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for organizing and completing all cleaning duties in the home.
• Build relationships with residents and the staff team.

Skills

Knowledge of COSHH

Infection control

Motivated

Proactive

Job description

Job reference REQ00000019485 | Date posted 28/01/2026 | Application closing date 18/02/2026 | Location Ulverston | Salary £24,413 pro rata | Contractual hours 20 | Basis Part time

Job description

Location: Bridge House Residential Home, Ulverston

Contract Type: Permanent

About this opportunity

The role of a Domestic is more than just a job, it makes a huge difference to the wellbeing of our residents, and you’ll be a welcomed friendly face, building relationships with residents and the wider staff team.

Making sure residents have a clean and homely environment gives them a lovely place to live and helps to keep residents safe from illnesses.

Who we are looking for…

We are looking for someone who is motivated and proactive. You will be responsible for organising and completing all cleaning duties in the home.

Knowledge of COSHH and infection control is desirable, but full training will be given.

About Our Home

Bridge House is a 37 bedded, residential home for older adults living with dementia, sensory impairment, and physical frail.

Bridge House is divided into 3 floors, with all the floors containing separate dining/communal areas.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.

Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:

• Post Specification
• Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Julie Stevenson on 01539 713205 or email [e-mail]

Application and Interview information

Closing date: 18th February 2026

Interview date: To be confirmed

We are currently operating both in‑person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.

Safer Recruitment & DBS

At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.

As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.

We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.