Job Advert
Domestic Services Assistant
Location: St Elizabeth's Centre, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
Salary: £12.21 per hour hrs per week – Perm)
Contract Type: Permanent | Part-time
Shift Patterns-
Afternoon
Evening
Keep our spaces safe, clean, and welcoming — and make a difference every day.
About Us
At St Elizabeth's, we are more than just a care provider — we're a vibrant, values-led charity with over 120 years of history supporting children, young people, and adults with complex needs, including epilepsy and learning disabilities.
Set in 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, our unique site includes a school, college, residential homes, and therapeutic services — all working together to create joyful, safe, and supportive environments.
We are proud to be aspirational, collaborative, joyful and compassionate, and we're looking for a dedicated Domestic Services Assistant who shares these values.
About the Role
As a Domestic Services Assistant, you'll play a vital role in maintaining clean, safe, and hygienic spaces for the people we support and the teams that care for them.
Working as part of our friendly Domestic Services Team, you will help keep our buildings spotless — from classrooms and care homes to shared communal areas. No two days are the same, and your work will make a visible difference every day.
What you'll do:
* Carry out general cleaning duties including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and emptying bins.
* Clean toilets and washrooms to high hygiene standards and restock supplies.
* Follow daily cleaning schedules while being responsive to ad-hoc requests.
* Use cleaning equipment and materials safely and effectively.
* Report any faults or maintenance issues promptly.
* Complete cleaning stock orders and keep records up to date.
* Work in line with COSHH and Health & Safety procedures
* Undertake relevant training and support wider team needs where required.
About You
You're a reliable, hardworking individual who takes pride in your work and enjoys helping others. Whether you've worked in cleaning before or not, we'll provide full training — what matters most is your positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
We're looking for someone who:
* Understands the importance of cleanliness and hygiene.
* Can work independently or as part of a team.
* Has good communication skills and a friendly manner
* Is organised, thorough, and pays attention to detail.
* Is committed to safeguarding and protecting those we support.
Why Join St Elizabeth's?
We're a supportive, inclusive community where you'll feel truly valued. You'll also benefit from:
* A comprehensive induction and on-the-job training
* Generous holiday entitlement (25 days + bank holidays, pro-rata)
* Free enhanced DBS check
* Free on-site parking and discounted meals
* Discounted gym membership and access to wellbeing platform (Spectrum Life)
* High street discounts via Blue Light Card
* Life assurance and Employee Assistance Programme
* Staff transport from Harlow, Bishop's Stortford, Sawbridgeworth and Stansted Abbotts
Apply now
If you're ready to be part of something meaningful, we'd love to hear from you, Apply today
Please note: Our site is not on a public transport route, so access to your own transport is essential.
Inclusion & Safeguarding
At St Elizabeth's, we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and an Investor in People.
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. It involves regulated activity, and it is a criminal offence for barred individuals to apply.
Help us create a clean, safe, and joyful environment for every person we support. Join St Elizabeth's and help others live life to the full.
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