Domestic Assistant

**Location** : Birdston Care Home, Kirkintilloch

**Hours** : Bank Post - to cover annual leave and sickness

**Rate of Pay** : £10.62 per hour

**Role**

To work as part of a team to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene within the Care Centre, whilst ensuring a safe, comfortable environment at all times.

**Benefits**:

- Flexible working hours
- On-site parking
- Excellent first-class working environment
- Financial support towards SVQ qualifications
- Cycle to Work Scheme

**SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS**

Required:

- Team player
- Good communication skills
- spoken and written English essential
- Satisfactory PVG Record Check

**Desired**:

- Care for the Elderly experience

**MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES**

Cleaning:
Empty waste bins and wipe out.

Vacuum throughout.

Shake out cushions.

Clean dining rooms / lounges / lavatories.

Clean taps and sinks.

Clean soap dishes.

Clean toothbrush holders.

Spot clean all floorings.

Weekly Cleaning**
Polish all mirrors.

Clean all pipe work in lavatories.

Dust handrails and radiators.

Move all mobile furniture (including beds and chairs) and vacuum and dust beneath / behind.

Wash out metal wastepaper bins.

Dust and polish furniture and windowsills.

Wash vinyl floors.

Shampoo carpets as requested by the Manager.

Restock toiletries, soaps, towels etc as and when required.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £10.62 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
Interviews will be held on site and social distancing guidelines will be adhered to.

**Experience**:

- Cleaning: 1 year (preferred)
- Care home: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: DC