Domestic Assistant

Here for people. Here for communities. Here for you.

Make a difference every day as a Domestic Assistant at Hafod.

We’re looking for reliable and hardworking individuals to help keep our care home clean, safe and welcoming for residents, visitors and colleagues. In this role, you’ll carry out a range of cleaning duties across the home, helping to create a comfortable and hygienic environment where people feel at ease.

Your work will play an important part in supporting residents’ wellbeing and dignity. You’ll also build positive relationships with residents and colleagues, contributing to a friendly and supportive atmosphere where everyone feels valued.

This role is part-time, 16 hours per week on a 15-month maternity cover contract.

Please note: We’re unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We’re offering part-time hours with a range of shift options. We’ll talk through your availability and what works for you, while making sure we cover the shifts the home needs.

Some of our homes may have limited public transport links. You’ll therefore need reliable transport to and from work.

What you’ll be doing

• Carry out general cleaning duties throughout the home.
• Safely handle and store cleaning materials in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) procedures.
• Report faults or hazards.
• Maintain a safe, hygienic environment.
• Work as part of a team to support a welcoming environment.

You can find the full job description attached for a more detailed overview of the role.

What you’ll bring

Reliable, hardworking and practical, with a strong commitment to cleanliness, safety and creating a welcoming environment for residents, visitors and colleagues.

• Reliable and practical approach.
• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of cleaning standards (or willingness to learn).
• Teamwork and independence.
• Commitment to quality service.

Interested in applying?

Submit your application online.

We’ll review all applications and if you’re shortlisted, we’ll get in touch to arrange an interview.

If you’re successful at the end of the recruitment process, we’ll offer you the role and begin your pre-employment checks. This includes confirming your right to work and completing an enhanced DBS check, which we’ll organise and pay for.

If you’d like some tips or advice with the recruitment process, we’ve put together some helpful guidance, here.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Support and adjustments

We’re committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments or support at any stage, please let us know and we'll be happy to help.

About the home

Gwynfa is a welcoming three-storey home in the peaceful Llanishen area of Cardiff, providing 24-hour personalised support for adults with a range of needs, including mental health conditions and physical or learning disabilities. With cosy shared spaces, a bright dining area and a lovely garden, it’s a warm, supportive place to work where colleagues help people feel safe, supported and at home.

You’ll find more information about Gwynfa here

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At Hafod, we’re a socially conscious, not for profit organisation providing housing, care and support across south Wales. Everything we do is guided by our mission, Get the basics right, connect with you, and invest for a better future. We work together to deliver services that make a real difference in our communities.

We’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they truly belong; not just included, but respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. When people feel they belong, they bring their best, and that benefits all of us.