Domestic Assistant

Healthcare Ireland Group

  • Newry
  • £12.21 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Domestic AssistantThe HomeCarlingford Lodge Care Home is situated in the beautiful port town of Warrenpoint, located at the head of Carlingford Lough, just five miles south from the city of Newry. It provides nursing care for 58 residents over 3 Units: General Nursing, Dementia Nursing and a General Residential. The Home Manager welcomes the residents with her team of professional nurses and carers aided by an administrator and ancillary support from housekeeping, catering and maintenance personnel.The RoleThe role of the Domestic Assistant is essential in our mission to provide excellent care. Supporting the Housekeeper with the environment of the Home, the Domestic Assistant will contribute to the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents. The Domestic Assistant will ensure that the Home is clean, tidy and welcoming at all times.The Domestic Assistant role at Healthcare Ireland Group works closely with the care teams and residents, building trusting relationships to create a comfortable environment where our residents feel safe and cared for. From ensuring that rooms are clean to tidying communal areas, every task contributes to the value that we add to the lives of our residents.About the roleMain ResponsibilitiesEnsure the expected cleanliness and hygiene standards are achieved throughout the homeCover domestic duties as assignedIdentify and report any damage, faults or other issues to maintenance or managementAdhere to the cleaning and auditing scheduleUse and store cleaning products in accordance to COSHH regulationsUndertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.The BenefitsPaid annual leaveThe chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company4-weekly payContinuous professional development and trainingValues-led cultureOvertime available at an enhanced rateOpportunities for progressionPension plan (if applicable)Attractive hourly rateAccess NI fee paid forUniforms and PPE providedMonthly incentives and recognition awardsFree parkingWe do not offer sponsorship for this role .Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.#INDDAAbout the companyHealthcare Ireland provides care services in an environment where individuality is emphasised and the privacy and dignity of all our residents is recognised. We currently have over 1,800 employees throughout our 25 Homes. We are incredibly proud of not only the work our employees do, but the quality of care we are able to offer as result of their commitment.We started Healthcare Ireland Group in July 2015 with the opening of Bradley Manor Care Home. Our categories of care include general and dementia nursing, dementia residential, mental health, physical disability and learning disability.Required Criteria
  • A good standard of both verbal and written English
  • Relevant experience for the role
  • The Right to Work in the UK
Desired Criteria
  • Previous care home experience
  • Basic knowledge of COSHH, Health and Safety and Fire Regulations
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Healthcare Ireland Group