Job reference REQ00000019650 Date posted 23/02/2026 Application closing date 23/03/2026 Location Ulverston Salary £24,413 pro rata Package Blank Contractual hours 20 Basis Part time
Job description
Location: Bridge House Residential Home, Ulverston
Contract Type: Permanent
About this opportunity
The role of a Domestic is more than just a job, it makes a huge difference to the wellbeing of our residents, and you’ll be a welcomed friendly face, building relationships with residents and the wider staff team.
Making sure residents have a clean and homely environment gives them a lovely place to live and helps to keep residents safe from illnesses.
Who we are looking for…
We are looking for someone who is motivated and proactive. You will be responsible for organising and completing all cleaning duties in the home.
Knowledge of COSHH and infection control is desirable, but full training will be given.
About Our Home
Bridge House is a 37 bedded, residential home for older adults living with dementia, sensory impairment, and physical frail.
Bridge House is divided into 3 floors, with all the floors containing separate dining/communal areas.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.
Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
* Post Specification
* Role Profile
If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Julie Stevenson on 01539 713205 or email julie.stevenson@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 23rd March 2026
Interview date: To be confirmed
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.
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