Position:Domestic Assistant
Care home:Shire Oaks Court
Location:6 Brownhills Road, Walsall Wood, Walsall, WS8 7BP
Contract type:PART TIME 20 Hours Per Week
Rate:£12.21 Per Hour
Do you take pride in your cleaning standards and attention to detail? As a Domestic Assistant, you’ll ensure that our home is clean and welcoming for the people who live and work here.
As part of our Domestic Team, you’ll carry out all daily and weekly cleaning routines, including dusting, mopping, polishing and vacuuming.
You’ll clean all areas in the home including people’s bedrooms, lounges, kitchens, bathrooms, kitchens and offices.
This is an exciting opportunity to use your skills to make a real difference every day.
About Exemplar Health Care
Shire Oaks Court is part of Exemplar Health Care, one of the country’s leading nursing care providers.
We support adults living with dementia, complex mental health needs and neuro-disabilities including Huntington’s disease and strokes.
As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress
About the role
OurDomestic Assistants ensure that our home maintains high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
carrying out all daily and weekly cleaning routines, as well as ad-hoc duties
cleaning and tidying designated areasaround the home includingbedrooms, lounges, kitchens, bathrooms, kitchens and offices
cleaning duties including dusting, mopping, polishing and vacuuming
using equipment such as carpet cleaning machines
supporting with washing and drying laundry, as required
reporting breakages, damage, defects and hazards
buildingtrust and promoting choice, dignity and independence .
You’ll put our people at the heart of everything you do – whether that’s hoovering our residents’ bedrooms or polishing their photo frames. We can guarantee that whatever you bring to the role, you’ll see great rewards.
If you haven’t worked in the care sector before, we’ll help you feel right at home from the start with our induction, buddy, and ongoing training programmes.
Download our job description to read more:
We value relevant experience but it isn’t essential for this role.
Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.
You’re also:
kind, caring and understanding
someone with a keen eye for detail
an excellent team player
passionate about high standards of cleanliness, with great housekeeping skills
a positive person with a can-do attitude
a great listener and communicator.
What we offer
We offer great rewards and perks including:
regular supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
access to wages before payday
retail and lifestyle discounts
free DBS check
24/7 counselling and support
Blue Light Card eligibility.
How to apply
Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.
For an informal chat about joining us, call us on 01977 630830 or email pod4@exemplarhc.com.
Please note,applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We’re unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care operates over 50 care homes across the UK and is the nation’s leading provider of complex care.
Our commitment to quality is reflected in our homes, where the percentage of 'Good' and 'Outstanding' CQC ratings far exceeds the national average.
Unlike other providers, our staffing levels are based on individual need.This means you’ll have more time to provide truly person-centered care, making a real difference in the lives of those you support.
What's happening at Exemplar Health Care
Lighting up the senses at Creative Space
The team at Ribble View recently visited the multi-sensory centre in Preston - and had a brilliant time exploring everything it had to offer
From calming lights and immersive sound, to interactive spaces like the ball pool, it was a fun, stimulating day that offered something for everyone
Ribble View - Exemplar Health Care
A day at the races and two winners to take home!
Chip recently said he fancied a day at the races - so with support from the team, that’s exactly what he did!
He headed to Doncaster Racecourse to enjoy the thrill of live racing, and picked two winners along the way
We're proud to support people to live life their way - whether that’s trying something new or getting out and about in the community
Willowbeck - Exemplar Health Care
We're celebrating World Music Day with rhythm, joy and a good beat!
Residents at Otterburn were treated to an interactive drumming session with Fitnniss - Wellbeing in Care who specialise in boosting wellbeing in care through meaningful activity
These experiences aren't just designed for fun, they're incredibly powerful for stimulating the brain, encouraging social connection, and inspiring self expression.
Whether tapping the drum, swaying to the beat or singing along - we're championing creativity and physical activity in a fun environment
Cooking up a storm at Greenside Court
Adam, Dave, and Joe took a trip to the shops to pick up ingredients for their own delicious home-cooked meals
Back at home, they got stuck into the cooking with support from the team - from prepping to plating up.
Dave’s steak was cooked to perfection, and Adam’s lasagna went down a treat!
Want a rewarding role where you can make a real difference ... and enjoy tasty food? Join our team https://bit.ly/2xGXcCR
Greenside Court - Exemplar Health Care
Big picnic, big smiles
Four of our homes came together at Rother Valley Country Park for a Big Summer Picnic – all organised by the fantastic team at Willowbeck - Exemplar Health Care
There was music, games, delicious food, and most importantly - great company
People from different homes got the chance to meet, chat, and simply enjoy the day together
Here’s to more days like this
Glad to Care week starts now
We’re celebrating the amazing reasons why we love what we do!
From empowering people to achieve their goals, to having fun on karaoke - every day is a chance to make a real difference
Fancy joining us? https://bit.ly/EHCcareers
Fresh food, furry friends, and feeling good
As part of Healthy Eating Week, we’re celebrating the fantastic work happening at Tees Grange, where the healthy eating group is making real strides - and having fun along the way
They’ve been getting hands-on with interactive food pyramids, tasting new ingredients, and learning how small changes can make a big difference
And it’s not just about what’s on the plate - they’re also getting active with regular walks, joined by everyone’s favourite four-legged motivator, Honey the therapy dog
Eddie, who’s part of the group, told us:
"The food is fabulous. The staff at Tees Grange have really helped me with my diet and exercise. I'm feeling healthier and I’m losing weight. I just feel better in myself!”
Tees Grange - Exemplar Health Care
A fantastic achievement to celebrate!
Last week, one of our residents made her own lunch - her first time cooking in three years ️
Taking that step has given her a real sense of pride, and it’s brilliant to see her confidence grow
Moments like this are what our care is all about - supporting people to achieve things that matter to them
The people we support have unique needs and stories, but one thing stays the same across all our homes - we empower individuals to achieve personal goals in a safe and supportive environment.
Every new colleague attends an induction to learn about our company and complete mandatory and role-specific training, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care.
Whether your goals are in care, nursing, management, quality or support, we provide the confidence, skills and knowledge to help you excel in your role and advance your career, if you wish.
Happy, healthy colleagues mean better care for those we support. We offer a range of initiatives to ensure our colleagues thrive in safe and supportive environments.
From paid RCNi Learning access and NMC PIN payments for nurses to lifestyle and retail discounts for everyone, our rewards ensure your career is as fulfilling as it is rewarding.
From care homes to central support services, everyone plays a vital role. Hear from colleagues across various roles about what it’s like to work with us.
Shire Oaks Court is close to the M6 and other major roads including A5 and A452.
The home is just off the A461/Lichfield Road, opposite Walsall Wood School.
There are limited parking spaces in the home’s car park. Street parking is available along Brownhills Road.
Public transport to Shire Oaks Court
The home is a short walk from several bus stops.
Streets Corner bus stop, which is accessed by buses 24, 936 Platinum, 937 Platinum and 937A Platinum.
Occupation Road bus stop, which is accessed by buses 9A, 9S, 10 and 24.
Oak Park bus stop, which is accessed by bus 10.
There are no train stations within walking distance of the home. The nearest train station isapproximately a 20 minute drive away.
Walsall - 4.4 miles away (15minute drive).
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