Directorate: Adult Care, Housing & Public Health
Casual, zero hours
Davies Court Residential Care Unit, Dinnington
Do you believe everyone deserves to live in a clean, safe and welcoming environment?
At Davies Court, we do too, and we're looking for people who share our values to join our team.
We are recruiting Casual Domestic Assistants to provide cover for annual leave, sickness and busy periods within our 60-bed residential care home, delivering both Intermediate Care (Rehabilitation) and Dementia Care services.
Our Values in Action
At Davies Court, people are always at the centre of what we do. We believe in:
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Treating every individual with kindness, dignity and respect
- Creating a safe, clean and comfortable environment for residents, visitors and staff
- Working together as one team
- Supporting residents to feel at home in their surroundings
- Taking pride in delivering high standards every day
Our Domestic Team plays a vital role in supporting the wellbeing, comfort and safety of our residents by ensuring the home remains clean, hygienic and welcoming.
The Role
As a Casual Domestic Assistant, you will be responsible for:
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Cleaning resident bedrooms, communal areas, bathrooms and offices to a high standard
- Following cleaning schedules and infection prevention procedures
- Using cleaning products and equipment safely and in line with guidance
- Supporting a pleasant and welcoming environment for residents and visitors
- Reporting maintenance concerns, hazards or incidents appropriately
- Working as part of a friendly and supportive team
Why Work With Us?
We value and support our staff because high-quality services start with people who feel respected and valued.
We offer:
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Flexible casual working arrangements
- A supportive management team
- Full training and induction
- Opportunities to develop your skills
- The chance to make a real difference to residents' daily lives
- A friendly and inclusive working environment
About You
You will have:
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A positive and reliable approach to work
- Good standards of cleanliness and attention to detail
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- An understanding of the importance of confidentiality, dignity and respect
- Knowledge of health and safety and infection prevention practices (or a willingness to learn)
Qualifications
No formal qualifications are essential.
However, previous cleaning experience in a care, healthcare, hotel, catering or domestic environment would be advantageous.
Equivalent knowledge and skills gained through relevant experience will be considered.
Safer Recruitment
Successful candidates will be required to:
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Complete a pre-employment health questionnaire
- Undertake an Enhanced DBS check
Our Recruitment Process
Our interviews are informal and welcoming. If shortlisted, you will have the opportunity to meet members of the team, learn more about the role and discuss your experience and suitability for working within an adult social care environment.
Contact Us
For further information, please contact Davies Court on 01709 334442 and ask for:
Vanessa Barlow (Deputy Manager), Paula Woolley (Deputy Manager) or Angela Wallhead (Deputy Manager)
Interview Date: To be arranged
This post involves working with adults and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme and can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society and our customers, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. For further information, please visit our website.
Confirmation of this appointment is also subject to a medical assessment.
