Bank Worker General Assistant

Job description

For almost 70 years, Abbeyfield Living Society has been a leading provider of housing and care for older people across England. We're dedicated to exceptional care, and we know it starts with an exceptional team. Are you someone who thrives on making a difference? Join us and build a rewarding career where your skills and compassion truly matter. Role: General Assistant (Domestic / Kitchen Assistant) – Bank Agreement Pay: £12.71 Location: Dene Street, Silkworth, Sunderland, SR3 1EB. The Role of General Assistant - Bank: • As one of our valued general assistants, you’re at the front line of care. We’re passionate about creating a lovely environment for our residents to enjoy. So, you’ll help us keep our Home clean and tidy for our residents, assist with meal preparation, and welcome our many visitors. • Every resident should enjoy a tidy and well-maintained environment, clean laundry, and carefully support the Kitchen staff in preparing meals, presented to the highest standard. • You may work within the cleaning and housekeeping schedules as set by the Home Manager or Housekeeper. • This varied role may include cleaning of the residents’ bedrooms, self-contained flats, the communal areas and offices. • You may also assist in providing healthy and nutritious food for our residents. By keeping all kitchen and store areas clean and following all hygienic practices you help protect our residents and keep them safe. Pay & Benefits • In line with your casual (bank) worker assignment agreement, we offer competitive pay that is benchmarked regularly, and in line with those of our employed staff in similar roles. • Flexible work deserves flexible pay. Access your earnings anytime through Dayforce Wallet • And depending on how many hours you work, you will accrue leave at an equivalent rate of 31 days paid leave in a full calendar year, inclusive of bank/public holidays (pro rata). • To carry out this role, you will be provided with mandatory training to get you started, as part of a comprehensive induction. To work for us in future assignments, you will be expected to keep your mandatory training up to date. About You • Are you sensitive, empathetic and love to care for others? Do you enjoy building meaningful relationships and making a real difference? If that sounds like you, we think you’ll fit right in at Abbeyfield! • Don’t worry if you have no experience - we’ll provide you with all the training you need. What’s more important is that you have high standards, and a natural calling to care! Please note this role will require eligibility to work in the UK, two satisfactory employment references and an Enhanced DBS check. You may be asked to provide details regarding convictions; failure to disclose convictions may result in an offer of employment being revoked.