At Bield our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We are a non‑profit organisation with charitable status committed to providing a wide range of housing, care and support services to enable older people in Scotland to live independent and fulfilling lives.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Retirement Housing Assistant at Highcrofts, Dalmellington.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will undertake a range of cleaning duties to ensure that internal communal areas are clean, hygienic and meet the standards expected by our tenants and visitors to the development. On occasion, the Assistant will be expected to clean vacant flats and/or external pathways of the development and provide general and emergency assistance to tenants, as required. In addition you will respond to property emergencies, taking appropriate action when the Manager is off duty and providing cover for the development office as required.
Hours of Employment
16 hours per week
* Monday and Friday 1:30pm‑5pm
* Tuesday to Thursday 2pm‑5pm
Requirements
An interest in working with older people and an understanding of their needs is essential. Although relevant experience in a similar post is also desirable, it is not essential as induction and training will be provided.
Benefits
* Fantastic working hours – no late shifts or night‑time working
* On the job and work‑related training, including access to accredited qualifications
* Option to buy or sell holidays each year
* Bield covers the cost of Disclosure checks for employment opportunities
* Occupational Sick Pay
* Long Service Awards
* Family Friendly Policies
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Career breaks
* Employee Assistance Programme
Important Information
* This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 – you must disclose all unspent and relevant spent convictions.
* Bield Housing & Care does not currently hold a sponsorship licence – we are unable to support visa applications at this time.
* Bield Housing & Care. Scottish Charity no. SC006878. Property Factor PF000146
Disability Confident
Bield is a proud disability confident accredited employer. As a user of the disability symbol, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the vacancy minimum criteria. We will make all required reasonable adjustments to facilitate your inclusion during our recruitment and selection process.
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