Domestic Assistant

SeeMeHired.com; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Overtime enhanced rate

Pension plan

Uniforms and PPE provided

Monthly incentives and recognition

Free parking

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group is seeking a Domestic Assistant for Weavers House in Cookstown. The role supports the Housekeeper to keep the home clean, tidy and welcoming for up to 65 residents, including those living with dementia.

Effective teamwork with care staff and maintaining a safe, homely environment are essential. The post emphasises dignity, respect, and person-centred care in daily tasks and resident wellbeing.

Qualifications

• A good standard of both verbal and written English
• Relevant experience for the role
• The Right to Work in the UK

Responsibilities

• Ensure the expected cleanliness and hygiene standards are achieved throughout the home
• Cover domestic duties as assigned
• Identify and report any damage, faults or other issues to maintenance or management
• Adhere to the cleaning and auditing schedule
• Use and store cleaning products in accordance to COSHH regulations
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.

Skills

English proficiency

Right to work in UK

Job description

Domestic Assistant

The Home

Weavers House is a modern, purpose built care home situated in Cookstown, overlooking the beautiful Sperrin Mountains. This light and spacious setting provides professional, person-centred care for older people, including those living with dementia.

Our accommodation offers a safe and homely environment, where up to 65 residents each receive kind and compassionate attention around the clock. The professional team at Weavers House are highly-trained to respectfully and effectively meet the needs and wishes of every individual residing with us. Our whole team approach to wellbeing means that everybody feels part of our lovely, welcoming community.

All our private bedrooms are fully-furnished, with the benefit of en-suite facilities. Residents are very welcome to bring their own home accessories and furniture, to personalise their space and make it their home. Our homes are designed to enable residents to be as independent as possible, with the assistance of 24 hour care on hand.

We truly listen to our residents’ individual needs and wishes and follow their bespoke care plans, providing care with the utmost dignity and respect, for a happy and fulfilled later life.

The Role

The 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 role

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure the expected cleanliness and hygiene standards are achieved throughout the home

• Cover domestic duties as assigned

• Identify and report any damage, faults or other issues to maintenance or management

• Adhere to the cleaning and auditing schedule

• Use and store cleaning products in accordance to COSHH regulations

• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.

The Benefits

• Paid annual leave

• The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company

• Continuous professional development and training

• Values-led culture

• Overtime available at an enhanced rate

• Opportunities for progression

• Pension plan (if applicable)

• Attractive hourly rate

• Access NI fee paid for

• Uniforms and PPE provided

• Monthly incentives and recognition awards

• Free parking

We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.

About the company

Healthcare 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