Domestic Assistant - Castle Donington – Castle Donington

Looking for a role where your work genuinely matters? As a Domestic Assistant with Rushcliffe Care Group, you will help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment, supporting the wellbeing of people using the service every day.

You will be joining Rushcliffe Care, a company with over 35 years of experience in offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable in society. Across our services, we support people to live safer, more fulfilling lives, with dignity, choice, and consistency at the centre of everything we do. Our work is guided by clear values that shape how we treat people, how we work together, and what we expect from each other.

As a Domestic Assistant, your role is focused on maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across the service, helping to ensure the environment is safe, comfortable, and appropriate for people receiving care, as well as staff and visitors. On a typical shift, you will clean communal areas, bedrooms, bathrooms, and other areas of the home, following agreed cleaning schedules and infection prevention guidance. Your work supports dignity, safety, and wellbeing on a daily basis. You will work as part of a wider team, following guidance and procedures, and raising any concerns where cleanliness, safety, or standards may be affected. Hours are worked between 08:00 and 19:00, across four days over seven. Rotas are issued fairly and in advance (5 hour shifts).

You do not need previous experience in a care or residential setting, but you do need the right approach. We are looking for people who take responsibility seriously and understand that maintaining a clean environment makes a real difference. You are reliable, follow guidance and procedures, and take pride in your work. You are comfortable working alongside others and communicating clearly with colleagues and managers, and you are willing to raise concerns when something is not right. You are open to learning, accepting feedback, and developing your skills over time. Full training and support will be provided.

What Our Values Mean In Practice

• Reputable Care: Following cleaning schedules and infection prevention guidance correctly. Using equipment and cleaning products safely and as trained. Taking time to complete tasks properly, even when the service is busy.
• Respect and Compassion: Being mindful that you are working in people’s living environment. Respecting privacy and dignity at all times. Treating people with courtesy, patience, and consideration.
• Robust Communication: Reporting issues or concerns promptly. Communicating clearly with colleagues and managers. Recording tasks accurately where required.
• Real Commitment: Arriving on time and being ready to work. Supporting colleagues when workloads increase. Taking feedback on board and using it to improve standards.

Castle Donington Care Home is a large nursing home, supporting adults with a range of complex nursing and health needs. The service provides 24-hour nursing care in a structured, supportive environment, with registered nurses on site at all times. The home accommodates a significant number of service users across multiple areas, making high standards of cleanliness and infection prevention essential. Domestic staff play a vital role in supporting safety, dignity, and comfort for people living at the service, as well as staff and visitors.

We provide a structured induction and a clear development pathway, so you feel confident, supported, and able to settle into your role from day one. You will receive regular one-to-one support, practical feedback, and ongoing guidance from experienced managers who are invested in maintaining high standards across the service. We value consistency, reliability, and people who take pride in their work. Training is provided in cleaning procedures, infection prevention, and health and safety, with ongoing support linked to the needs of the service. Whether you are new to this type of role or already have relevant experience, apply now to join Rushcliffe Care Group and play an important part in supporting high-quality care.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.

Equal Opportunities Statement: Rushcliffe Care Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and the needs of the service. Some roles may have specific requirements, such as physical ability or effective communication in English, due to the nature of the work. These requirements are applied fairly and proportionately. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.