Domestic Assistant

£12.21 per hour | Part-time | 18 or 12 hours per week | Chipstead Lake

“It’s the little things – fresh laundry, spotless rooms – that make people feel truly at home.”

That’s how our team describes the difference they make every day. If you take pride in a job well done and want to use your skills to help others live comfortably, we’d love to hear from you.

A home, not just a service

Chipstead Lake, in the peaceful village of Chipstead in Kent, is home for up to 22 disabled adults. Our home has extensive, accessible grounds and incredible views of the village’s large fishing lake.  A local pub and a supermarket are very close by, and we’re only a short drive from the town of Sevenoaks. Our service feels like family – relaxed, supportive, and centred around the people who live here. Every day brings new moments to celebrate from small wins in independence to big laughs over mealtimes. 

Your working hours

This role will offer part-time hours (30 hours per week). You’ll need to be flexible to work across weekdays and weekends as part of a rota.

Typical shifts include:

• Day shifts: 8:00am - 2:00pm or 12:00pm - 6:00pm & 12:00pm - 4:00pm or 1pm-5pm 

We’ll work with you to agree a pattern that suits the service and your availability.

Why you’ll love working here

As well as a warm and friendly workplace, we offer:

• 28 days holiday per annum inclusive of bank holidays (+1 every year up to 33 days)
• Stream: Access up to 40% of your pay before payday
• Free Blue Light Card: Enjoy exclusive discounts and benefits
• Contributory Pension Scheme: Secure your future with competitive life cover
• Health cash plan: Affordable healthcare at your fingertips
• Career Development: Opportunities for apprenticeships and recognised qualifications
• Free DBS Check: We’ve got you covered!
• Employee Assistance Programme: Support when you need it most, plus so much more!

What you’ll do

• Carry out general cleaning duties to keep the service clean, safe and welcoming
• Handle laundry from start to finish – sorting, washing, drying, ironing and minor repairs
• Use cleaning and laundry equipment safely, following COSHH and infection control guidelines
• Keep track of stock and re-order supplies when needed
• Report faults or issues to your manager promptly

Whether you’ve worked in a commercial cleaning or laundry role before, or this is new to you, we’ll give you all the training you need to succeed.

What helps you shine here

• A keen eye for detail and pride in your work
• Willingness to work flexibly, including weekends
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to carry out manual tasks safely
• Sewing skills (hemming, buttons, small repairs) – nice to have, but not essential
• Knowledge of COSHH and infection control (advantageous, but training provided)

About Leonard Cheshire

We are amongst the highest rated providers of care and supported living services in the UK, with 87% of our services rated ‘good’ or ‘very good’ by regulators.

We exist to make sure everyone has the opportunity to live their life fully, regardless of the complexity of their care needs.

Established over 75 years ago, we provide specialist support across residential care, supported living and respite services. Our teams work with people with physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, sensory impairments and learning disabilities.

Our goal is simple: to support disabled people to live, learn and work as independently as possible, with real choice and control over their lives.

Ready to apply?

If you’re ready to start a role where your work really matters, click Apply Now. 

Leonard Cheshire welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We actively encourage applications from people with a disability, supporting where possible, your requirements for reasonable adjustments.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.