Domestic Assistant

Overview

Mayflower Care Home spans three dedicated floors tailored to residents’ individual needs. The ground floor supports general nursing needs and residents living with later‑stage dementia. The second floor provides enhanced support for residents who may experience more challenging behaviours, including increased 1:1 time where required. The top floor supports a mix of dementia and mental health needs, caring for residents who may present with more complex, advanced challenges.

As a Domestic Assistant, you will play an essential role in creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment that supports wellbeing, dignity, and comfort. Your key duties include:

• Cleaning residents’ rooms, bathrooms, and communal areas to a high standard of hygiene and presentation.
• Assisting with laundry services, ensuring personal belongings are handled with care and returned correctly.
• Working closely with the wider team to follow infection control, health and safety, and cleaning procedures.
• Contributing to a well‑organised, respectful, and comfortable environment for everyone.

• Good attention to detail and high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control (beneficial).
• Previous experience is welcomed but not essential.

• £12.71 per hour.
• Paid DBS, pension scheme, and uniform provided.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full‑time contract).