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Domestic Cleaner – Care Home
Job Title: Domestic Cleaner
Location: Lowestoft
Employment Type: Full time
Reports To: Housekeeping Manager
We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and caring Domestic Cleaner to join our care home team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control throughout the care home, helping to provide a safe, comfortable and welcoming environment for our residents, visitors and staff.
Key Responsibilities
* Clean residents’ rooms, communal areas, corridors, lounges, dining areas, offices and other designated areas.
* Clean and disinfect bathrooms, toilets and other facilities to a high standard.
* Follow the care home’s cleaning schedules and procedures.
* Use cleaning products and equipment safely and correctly.
* Follow infection prevention and control procedures at all times.
* Dispose of waste safely and appropriately.
* Report any maintenance issues, hazards, damaged equipment or areas requiring attention.
* Maintain cleaning equipment and ensure supplies are stored safely.
* Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and personal belongings at all times.
* Work respectfully and professionally around residents, including those who may have additional care needs.
* Work closely with care and housekeeping staff to maintain a clean, safe and pleasant environment.
* Follow all relevant health and safety, COSHH and care home policies and procedures.
* Complete cleaning records and other relevant documentation as required.
Person Specification
Essential
* Previous cleaning experience, preferably within a care home, healthcare or similar environment.
* Good understanding of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control.
* Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good attention to detail.
* Able to follow instructions and cleaning procedures.
* Friendly, respectful and considerate towards elderly and vulnerable residents.
* Physically able to carry out cleaning duties safely.
Desirable
* Experience working in a residential or nursing care home.
* Knowledge of COSHH and safe use of cleaning chemicals.
* Infection control training or experience.
* Basic understanding of health and safety requirements.
What We Offer
* A friendly and supportive working environment.
* Full training and induction.
* Opportunities for ongoing training and development.
* The opportunity to make a positive difference to the lives of our residents.
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