Domestic Assistant

Healthcare Ireland Group; Eglinton; On-site; GBP 12,398,000 - 15,154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Professional development

Pension plan

Overtime pay

Uniforms & PPE

Free parking

Access NI fee

Incentives & awards

Career progression

Hourly rate

Growing employer

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group is seeking a Domestic Assistant at Longfield Care Home near Eglinton. You will support the Housekeeper to keep the home clean, tidy and welcoming, contributing to residents' wellbeing in a two-unit setting.

Join a growing, award-winning team with opportunities for progression, paid leave and training, and a supportive culture. The role requires adherence to cleaning standards and COSHH regulations.

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

Cleaning skills

COSHH knowledge

Job description

Job Description

The Home

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Longfield Care Home

Located on the outskirts of the village of Eglinton and just ten miles from the city of Derry, Longfield Care Home offers a welcoming environment with specialised care for residents across two units. We support 35 General Nursing residents in the Foyle and Faughan Units, alongside 11 Residential Dementia residents in the Moore Suite.

If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a supportive and award-winning environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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.