Domestic Assistant

Company: Randolph Hill Nursing Homes Group LTD
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Location: Livingston
Job Description:

Randolph Hill are searching for a Domestic Assistant for our exceptional Kirk Lane Nursing Home in Livingston Village; care home of the year – Scotland 2025. This post will have working hours of either 0800 – 1430 or 0800 – 1600. Rota’s are completed a number of weeks in advance with alternate weekends on and off.

Job Purpose

  • To reflect the high standards of the company by keeping the nursing home clean and safe
  • To make efficient use of cleaning materials and equipment
  • To uphold residents’ participation strategy
  • To treat colleagues with respect and ensure teamwork is good

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • To follow housekeeping instructions as laid down by the company and as directed by the Manager/Nurse in charge
  • To uphold residents’ rights to privacy, dignity and choice
  • To operate tools and equipment in a safe, correct manner and display warning signs as appropriate
  • To report any damage to equipment, furnishings or fabric of the building as soon as possible to immediate superior
  • To become familiar with and use appropriate chemicals in correct strengths as instructed in the manual and to be economical in use
  • To keep furniture and carpets clean and free of odours
  • To maintain high standards of cleanliness to reflect the image of the company
  • To dispose of waste materials and rubbish as instructed
  • To report any discrepancies in stock control and inform the Manager immediately
  • To report any injuries, disease or dangerous occurrences to the appropriate staff member
  • To wear company uniform at all times when on duty
  • To wear and use protective clothing and equipment as directed and report any damage to superiors
  • To comply with all safe working policies and procedures
  • To attend training and staff meetings as requested by the manager
  • To become familiar with fire instructions/evacuation policies and procedures
  • To become familiar with company policy and procedure regarding domestic duties, sick leave and annual leave
  • To read any notices displayed in the work area and to adhere to them at all times
  • To undertake any reasonable duties as directed by the manager/nurse in charge to ensure safe, smooth and efficient running of the nursing home

Skills and Experience Required

  • At least 1 years experience working within a fast moving domestic or cleaning role – this could be from any environment

Posted: April 9th, 2026