Domestic Assistant in West Bridgford

At Clayfields House, every role contributes to the care and wellbeing of vulnerable young people. We're looking for a Domestic Assistant to join our established and successful domestic team, helping to maintain the high standards of cleanliness, safety, and hygiene that are essential to the running of our home. At Clayfields House, we provide a secure and supportive environment for children aged 10 to 18 who need care and guidance. Our mission is to nurture, protect, and empower every young person in our care.

As a Domestic Assistant, your key responsibilities will include:

• Cleaning and maintaining areas to a high standard.
• Carrying out deep cleaning and responding to spillages and emergency cleaning requirements.
• Replacing consumable items and maintaining cleaning supplies.
• Operating cleaning equipment, including industrial vacuum cleaners and floor maintenance machines.
• Assisting with stock control, record keeping, and reporting equipment defects.
• Following Health & Safety procedures, including COSHH and risk assessments.
• Working flexibly as part of the facilities team to support the smooth running of the service.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in cleaning or domestic services is desirable.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
• Willingness to undertake relevant training.

Benefits:

• A place to belong: A friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Professional development: Opportunities for training and growth.
• Wellbeing support: Access to resources that promote your health and happiness.

Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation. Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for. A job share scheme is available for all full‑time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.