Desirable

 Car Driver

 PERSON SPECIFICATION: Domestic Assistant

 Essential

 Education and
 qualifications

 Skills and abilities

 Ability to work towards high standards of practice
 and performance in role

 Ability to be proactive and show initiative

 Ability to understand instructions clearly, report
 issues, and maintain a professional and courteous
 demeanour.

 Able to work as part of a team

 Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the
 service and the people we support

 Cleaning techniques

 A good understanding of proper cleaning
 techniques, and the different cleaning agents and
 equipment

 Attention to detail

 Good attention to detail. Being meticulous and
 thorough in cleaning tasks to ensure that all areas
 are properly cleaned, sanitised and free from
 potential hazards

 Ability to recognise and report deficiencies

 Empathy and
 compassion

 Being able to have compassion, care and
 understanding

 Communication skills

 An understanding of dignity, respect and human
 rights

 Good communication skills and the ability to
 communicate effectively in order to work with other
 people in the service

 Good communication skills to engage with a
 variety of people, including the people we support,
 staff and visitors

 Time management

 Ability to prioritise tasks whilst managing your time
 effectively

 Experience and
 understanding

 Knowledge of and commitment to equality and
 diversity

 Importance of maintaining confidentiality

 Good understanding of policies and procedures.

 Updated June 2025