Ancillary jobs in adult social care services play a vital role in supporting the smooth running of services. These roles would suit you if you care about maintaining a clean and hygienic environment, providing meals, or looking after the safety and security of buildings and facilities. Find out more about some of the roles available.
Housekeeping
Gina is Head Housekeeper in a care home for older people. It’s her role to make sure that everything is clean and comfortable for the residents. Her team of housekeepers and domestic assistants are responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and providing other ancillary support.
In this video, she talks about what she does day to day and why she loves her job. She shares her experience of working with the residents she supports and their families.
Gina tells us about her role as Head Housekeeper in a care home for older people.
Gina, Head HousekeeperThe rewards you get are outstanding
Catering and meals
Cosmin has a passion for food. His interest led him to work as a kitchen assistant in a nursing home for older people. He is now the head chef, with responsibility for catering for people with dementia and special diets. His role involves understanding the importance of diet and nutrition.
In this video, Cosmin talks about going from kitchen assistant to head chef, and the training and rewards he has gained along the way.
Cosmin talks about his role as Head Chef in a care home for older people.
Cosmin, Head ChefIf you have the ambition you can grow to the top