The Old Bakehouse is a supported living home located in Chadlington, Oxfordshire and owned by a community-based not-for-profit charity which has an agreement with a Registered Provider, The Abbeyfield Wessex Society, to operate the home.
Residents can enjoy all the benefits of supported living – the helping hand and companionship you need and the freedom you want. From enjoying the comfortable private rooms, group social areas and extensive gardens of The Old Bakehouse to getting out and about in the beautiful village of Chadlington and becoming a real part of the community. We are now looking for a General Assistant to join our team.
The role is permanent, 2 days per week - 9.30-1.30pm (8 hours – 4 per day), £12.39 per hour
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Regularly clean and tidy all communal areas, including bathrooms, toilets, kitchens and store rooms and external areas.
- Ensure that the house is sanitised on a regular basis.
- Regularly clean the residents’ rooms.
- Wash up, including operating the dishwashers and store items away.
- Provide cover for holidays and sickness.
- Clean internal windows (those which can be reached without the use of steps).
- Clear rubbish and empty rubbish bins into appropriate external containers.
- Assist with the laundry if required.
- Wear appropriate PPE when required.
- Advise the House Manager, or Head of Operations in their absence, of any wear or damage to equipment or fittings, or any safety issues or hazards which arise.
- Have the ability to prepare, cook and serve lunch and tea for the residents if required to do so.
- Follow the procedures for arranging repairs or emergency assistance.
- Maintain confidentiality for residents and volunteers’ information.
- Attend training courses as required.
- Any other duties which may be required commensurate with the grading of this post.
Job Closing Date:
05 January 2026