Part-Time Domestic Assistant

Job DescriptionCygnet Group are seeking an experienced and motivated Domestic Assistant to join our dedicated team. In this role, youll help us maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment for the individuals in our care.You will work 24 hours per week, covering Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, at Cygnet Cedars. As part of our domestic team, youll play a key role in ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the service, supporting the smooth and efficient running of the facility.Cygnet Cedars is a 23-bed high dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and who may have behaviours that challenge.We accept emergency referrals and the team are experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure the transition for each individual is as smooth as possible.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet Group are seeking an experienced and motivated Domestic Assistant to join our dedicated team. In this role, youll help us maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment for the individuals in our care.

You will work 24 hours per week, covering Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, at Cygnet Cedars. As part of our domestic team, youll play a key role in ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the service, supporting the smooth and efficient running of the facility.

Cygnet Cedars is a 23-bed high dependency complex care service for men with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and who may have behaviours that challenge.

We accept emergency referrals and the team are experienced in managing them quickly and efficiently to ensure the transition for each individual is as smooth as possible.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Carry out daily and scheduled cleaning tasks across the service
• Maintain cleanliness in communal areas, bedrooms, bathrooms and staff spaces
• Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and effectively
• Work as part of a supportive team to ensure a welcoming environment
• Replenish stock & ensure that equipment is clean & well maintained
• Employ safe working practices and adhere to health & safety procedures
• Comply with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations

You are:

• Experienced in housekeeping or domestic work (desirable)
• Knowledgeable of COSHH (desirable)
• Friendly, conscientious & have a positive attitude

Why Cygnet? Well offer you:

• Strong career progression opportunities
• Expert supervision & support
• Employee Discount Savings
• NHS Discount Savings

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.