House Keeper​/Domestic Assistant

We are not offering Sponsorship Accountable To Housekeeper/Senior on Duty/Deputy and Home Manager

Job Purpose:

To ensure a clean and hygienic environment in all areas of the Home. In so

doing recognize the residents’ rights to privacy and dignity. Understand and

abide by infection control policy.

Skills, Abilities

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Previous experience in a similar role within a Care Home environment preferred.

Ideally has undertaken Level 2 of Cleaning Operative Training

Has good communication skills, including verbal and written skill

Has due consideration to the safety of others Principal Responsibilities:

Participating in setting and maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the home while taking care of fixtures and fittings

Ensuring ALERT SIGNS are in place, when necessary, e.g., wet floors

Using resources economically and effectively

Beware of correct cleaning solutions and equipment for correct job e.g., carpet shampoo for the correct carpet shampooed and the correct dose of solutions

Be aware of the responsibility to report any accidents, untoward incidents, hazards, and unsafe equipment

Be aware of, understand and work within agreed policies where they relate to:

a. Fire precautions and procedures

b. Environmental Health rules and regulations

c. Health and Safety at work

d. Care of equipment

e. Care of resident’s belongings

f. COSHH regulations

g. Infection control

Ensure cleaning schedules are completed

To undertake any other duties e.g., kitchen/laundry at times of need

Abide by and understand policies and procedures

Attend mandatory and in house training as required and complete mandatory e-learning

Help promote the home at all times

Attend meetings as required

Be conversant with and ensure all staff are aware of the requirements under the Health and Safety at

Work Act 1974 and of their compliance. Advise the Manager of any areas of concern.