JOB TITLE:DOMESTICASSISTANTTO WHOM RESPONSIBLE:HOUSEKEEPERHOURS:30 hours per weekOBJECTIVE OF THE HOME:OurobjectiveinTowellHouseResidentialHomeistoestablishaholisticapproach,providing person centred care to residents of the highest possible standard.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Thepostholderwillbeexpectedtoworkwithintegrity,honesty,openness,accountability and respect. Be aware of issues relating to information and clinical governance, Human rights, health and safety and welfare of residents and colleagues.Thepostholderwillassistwithorientationandintroductionofnewstaffmemberstothe home, promoting and taking part in a culture of continuous service improvement.Communicateeffectivelyandmaintainproductiveworkingrelationshipswiththeteamand each other.The Domestic Assistant is responsible for the cleanliness of the home and for the safe storage of all equipment and cleaning materialsMAIN DUTIES:Followdirectionsofthehousekeeper.Ensuringthatallliquids,cleaningmaterialsandsolventsarelockedawayatalltimes unless in use.Undertakinggeneralcleaningofallareas.Observingthecorrectuseandcareofequipment.ReportinganybreakdownsordefectsinmachineryormaterialstotheHouse Keeper/Maintenance Team.Knowing,understandingandimplementingthehomespoliciesandproceduresStrictadherencetoC.O.S.H.HpolicyToreportanyaccidents/incidentsimmediatelytothePersoninCharge.AdherencetoUniformPolicyatalltimes.Attendingandparticipatinginin-house/onlinetrainingforself-development.AssistinginotherareasasrequiredbyManagement.To attend and participate in all staff meetingsEssential:CandidatemustberesidentintheUKwiththerighttowork.ExcellentLiteracyandnumeracyskillsAbilitytoremain calm instressfulsituations.Genuineinterestinworkingwithinacaringenvironment.Excellentcommunicationskills.Team player.Desirable:Uptodaterecordsofmandatorytraining.Previous experience of working in a care settingStaff Wellbeing Benefits PackageAs a valued employee we care for you from the first day of employmentExcellent, competitive rates of pay reviewed annually. Vitality Health Care for Key StaffWestfield Foresight Health Cash Plan for all eligible staff hEmployee assistance Program 24/7 Advice, Counselling, and Information Line Health Club ConcessionWestfield Rewards (Discounts & Offers on hundreds of leading online & High Street retailers)Your Children are covered on Westfield Core Health Benefits FreeAccess to Health E Hub Via Westfield Health Cover Group Life Assurance (4x annual salary, in service, death benefit)No time deduction for meal breaks Contributory Company Pension Scheme up to 5% Fantastic induction processFree training to NVQ Diploma level 5/ other recognised training for non-care staff Learning and Development Support Career Opportunities leading to Senior ManagementRecognised pay structure for certified training. Free Uniform Annual bonuses x 3 Long Service Bonuses (5 yrs. 8 yrs. & 10 yrs.) Care, domestic and kitchen staff have 6.6 weeks A/L per annum.Recognised Bank Holiday worked, paid at double time, for eligible staff.Free parking Mileage allowance if called into work or for testing/training on your days off.All employees of the Towell House Residential Home are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their duties within the home to include resident, corporate and administration records whether paper-based or electronic. All such records are public and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and the Data Protection Act 1998. Employees are required to be up to date with the homes policy and procedures on records management and to seek advice if in doubt.This Job Description Will Be Subject to Review In The Light Of Changing Circumstances And May Include Any Other Duties And Responsibilities As May Be Determined In Consultation With The Job Holder. It Is Not Intended To Be Rigid Or Inflexible But Should Be Regarded As Providing Guidelines Within Which The Individual Works.CVs NOT ACCEPTEDTOWELL HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYERAs Regulated Facility Applicants Should Be Aware An Enhanced Access Ni Check Is Required For This Post. Applicants Should Also Be Aware A Trace On Your Access Ni Check Does Not Necessarily Disbar From Employment. Each Case Is Assessed Individually.Towell House has a written policy on the Secure Handling, Use, Storage and Retention of Disclosure information. This is available on request from Towell House.The Towell Building Trust Ltd has a written policy on the recruitment of ex- offenders. This is available on request from Towell House.Skills:cleaning domestic careBenefits:6.6weeks A/L Westfield Foresighht Health Cash plan Free Uniform No time deduction for meal break real Living wage employerWHJS1_NI