Domestic (Care Home)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated domestic assistant to join Benholm. As an integral member of the home's team you will be making a difference in people's lives through creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

About Each Other Care

Benholm is proudly part of Each Other Care group, a family-owned, values-led care provider that owns and manages a community of homes across Lancashire, South Yorkshire, Essex, and Scotland (Cumbernauld and Forfar). Our company is run on simple but powerful purpose: to care for people in a way that contributes to a meaningful life. We provide quality nursing, dementia and residential care tailored to both elderly residents and younger adults.

What is different about Each Other Care

Everything we do is grounded in our values: creating relationships, being authentic, positive and light-hearted and there for each other. Whether you live or work with us, you'll find a supportive, purpose-driven community where everyone is encouraged to thrive; living our values in everything we do and guiding the way we work together to support residents, loved ones, our team and health professionals.

We take great pride in all team members feel valued and integrated into the homes they support and actively encourage all our team members to shape how we continue to improve the care experience for our residents. To support you in settling and thriving in your role and our home we offer:

• Personalised Onboarding:  You will be onboarded with paid shadow shifts and the guidance of an in-house Buddy, ensuring you feel welcomed and part of our close-knit community from day one. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging, so you'll have all the support you need to thrive in your role.
• Training:  You'll have access to all the training required for your role as a standard benefit. We ensure you receive comprehensive training to excel in your position, with a strong focus on your professional growth and development. Your success is our priority.
• Guidance and development: You will benefit from quarterly guidance and development conversations with the home management team, to support your personal and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Cleaning & Hygiene

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across residents' rooms and communal areas
• Follow daily cleaning schedules and infection control procedures
• Ensure all cleaning products are used safely and stored appropriately

Resident Wellbeing

• Respect residents' privacy, dignity, and personal space
• Help create a homely, safe, and pleasant environment
• Support laundry services, ensuring clothes and linens are fresh and well cared for

Health & Safety

• Report any hazards or maintenance issues promptly
• Adhere to health and safety and infection control guidelines
• Minimise environmental impact through correct product usage and application

Teamwork

• Work closely with care staff, kitchen teams, and management
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and colleagues
• Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture

Requirements

Experience & Knowledge

• Previous cleaning experience (care home or healthcare setting preferred but not essential)
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control standards

Skills & Attributes

• Reliable, organised, and detail-oriented
• Friendly and respectful approach to residents and colleagues
• Willingness to learn and adapt to the needs of the home

Compliance

• Right to work in the UK
• Clear DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Application question(s):

• Do you currently have or require a visa sponsorship?

Experience:

• domestic: 1 year (preferred)
• care home: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person