Domestic Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Overtime at enhanced rate

Pension plan (if applicable)

Uniforms and PPE provided

Free parking

Access NI fee paid for

Monthly incentives and recognition

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group seeks a Domestic Assistant at Madelayne Court in Portstewart to maintain a clean and welcoming home for residents. You will support the Housekeeper and care teams, ensuring rooms and communal areas meet high cleanliness standards within a safe, comfortable environment.

The role contributes to residents’ wellbeing and quality of life, with duties including daily cleaning, reporting issues, and following 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.

Job description

Job Description

The Home

Close to all local amenities, Madelayne Court is situated in a lovely residential area within the picturesque town of Portstewart, on the stunning North Antrim coast. This safe and spacious setting provides professional, person-centred care for up to 66 people, specialising in residential, dementia and nursing care for those over the age of 65.

Not only does our 24 hour care and nursing team provide kind and compassionate, individualised care, we also offer good company and helpful support, in a calm and restful atmosphere. Residents feel safe, comfortable and part of a relaxed community at Madelayne Court.

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

The home also has excellent amenities, all fully designed to cater for people living with dementia, including a café, comfortable lounges and dining spaces, enabling residents to maintain their independence within the safest possible environment.

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 providedMonthly 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.