At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our care home sparkling clean and support laundry services for residents.
- Company: La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home, a caring and innovative environment.
- Benefits: Earn £12.71 per hour, enjoy 5.6 weeks annual leave, and receive a uniform.
- Other info: Join a family-owned company that values trust, respect, and inclusivity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail, reliability, and a positive attitude are key.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
La Fontana Dementia Nursing Home is nestled on the outskirts of Martock, surrounded by the stunning Somerset countryside. This innovative, purpose-built home provides specialist Dementia and Nursing care for up to 76 residents.
Contract: £12.71 per hour
Hours: Contracted to 24 hours per week
Benefits: Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided, 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)
Role Overview: As Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment while also supporting laundry services. This is a varied, hands-on role where your attention to detail and high standards will directly impact comfort, dignity and daily wellbeing. You will be responsible for cleaning residents’ rooms, bathrooms and communal areas, ensuring all spaces are maintained to a high standard of hygiene and presentation. Alongside this, you will support laundry duties including washing, drying, ironing and returning clothing correctly, ensuring all items are clearly labelled and handled with care. Working closely with the wider team, you will follow infection control, health and safety and housekeeping procedures, ensuring all tasks are carried out safely and efficiently. You will contribute to a well-organised and comfortable environment where individuals feel respected and supported. The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.
What We Are Looking For:
- A positive and reliable approach
- Good attention to detail and organisation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Understanding of hygiene and infection control is beneficial
- Previous experience is welcomed but not essential
About us: La Fontana Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive. Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.
Housekeeping Assistant in Martock employer: La Fontana Care Home
La Fontana Care Home is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing environment where compassionate care is at the forefront of our mission. Our Martock facility fosters a collaborative work culture, providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help you grow in your role as a Senior Care Assistant. With a focus on teamwork and strong communication, we ensure that our staff feel valued and supported while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.
