Job Detail

Housekeeping/Domestic

Job Title: Domestic Assistant
Reference Number: HCPA004088
Company Name: Westgate Healthcare - Westgate House Care Centre
Shifts Available: Days , Weekends
Location: Ware
Type of Care Provider: Care Home
Supporting individuals with: Dementia , Older Adults
Pay/Salary: £11.55 Per Hour
Hours of Work: 37.5 Hours Per Week - Shifts: 08:00 - 16:00 Monday Friday + Alternating Weekends
Driving Required: No
Contract Type: Full Time Contract

About the Company

 

Westgate Healthcare is looking for a compassionate and caring Domestic Assistant to join our family at Westgate House Care Centre in Ware. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.

 

Why should I apply for this Domestic Assistant job?

 

What’s in it for you?

  • Competitive pay rates plus enhanced pay on bank holidays
  • 5.6 weeks’ annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Comprehensive induction and named buddy to help you settle in
  • Free training and development
  • Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
  • Work in a friendly team with experienced staff
  • ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme where you can earn points and financial rewards via the Care Friends app
  • Access to the Blue Light Card which provides various discounts from hundreds of nationwide high street and online stores
  • Opportunities, support and encouragement for career progression
  • Loyalty and long-service awards
  • Free uniform
  • Wellbeing initiatives and team recognition rewards

*Please note, that some of the above benefits depend on your position in the company. Further information can be given at the interview stage

 

Care Professional Academy Rewards include:  

  • Hertfordshire based Rewards 
  • Student Discount Packages 
  • Access to a Student Card - usually exclusive to university students!  
  • Care Professional Rewards: Discount codes, cashback and savings on over 800 UK retailers including Sainsbury’s, Argos, Boots, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, John Lewis/Waitrose, Apple, Pizza Hut and many more.  
  • Discounts on travel include bus ticket discounts, reduced servicing, and car leasing.  

 

And a lot more... 

 

What does this Domestic Assistant job involve?

 

  • Clean all public areas, corridors and lounges regularly
  • Clean residents' rooms whilst maintaining their right to privacy
  • Ensure that all public areas and staff facilities meet company standards at all times
  • Keep equipment maintained and stored properly
  • Ensure that residents are helped to retain their dignity and individuality

 

Am I the right person for this Domestic Assistant job?

 

  • The right to live and work in the UK 
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to work in a team, a caring nature and a positive attitude 
  • An understanding of Health and Safety, Infection Control and COSHH
  • Previous experience of working in a similar position is desirable but not essential