Domestic Assistant

Healthcare Ireland Group; Magherafelt; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Pension plan

Uniforms and PPE provided

Free parking

Overtime at enhanced rate

Monthly incentives and recognition

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group is recruiting a Domestic Assistant for Magherafelt Manor, a 64-bed care and nursing home in Magherafelt, Northern Ireland. You will support the Housekeeper to keep the home clean, tidy and welcoming and contribute to residents' wellbeing.

The role involves daily duties, adherence to COSHH, reporting faults, and potential for progression. Hours are 30 per week (4 days) or 23.75 hours (5 days) with shifts 9am–2pm; applicants must have good English and right to work in the

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards 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 with COSHH regulations.
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.

Skills

Verbal English

Written English

Job description

Domestic Assistant

The Home

Magherafelt Manor is a beautiful and modern residential care and nursing home situated in Magherafelt, County Londonderry, providing 24hour, professional and person-centred care for older people, including those living with dementia or in need of general nursing.

We pride ourselves on our kind and caring nature and uphold the highest levels of dignity and respect, no matter what. Our teams are expertly trained to support the needs and wishes of each and every individual, and we are proud of the wonderful and calm atmosphere we have created for everybody to enjoy.

The home has the capacity for up to 64 people, across several homely units, decorated and furnished to offer a safe and comfortable home-from-home living environment for residents to enjoy. Magherafelt Manor has excellent amenities, including a café, comfortable lounges and dining spaces, enabling residents to maintain their independence as much as is possible, in the safest possible environment.

All our private, light and spacious bedrooms are fully-furnished, with the benefit of en‑suite bathroom facilities. Residents are very welcome to bring their own home accessories and furniture, to personalise their space and make it their home.

We are dedicated to providing quality care for the residents living with dementia and for those who are cared for in their rooms; our whole team approach to wellbeing means that everyone feels part of our lovely, welcoming community.

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

This is for 30 hours a week- 4 days a week or 23.75 hours a week - 5 days a week. 9am-2pm

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