Domestic Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Opportunities for progression

Overtime available at an enhanced rate

Pension plan (if applicable)

Uniforms and PPE provided

Free parking

Monthly incentives and recognition

Access NI fee paid for

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group in Portstewart invites applications for a Domestic Assistant at Madelayne Court, a 66-bed home providing residential, dementia and nursing care. You will support the Housekeeper to keep the home clean, tidy and welcoming, maintaining a safe, calm environment for residents and working closely with care teams.

Join a values-led employer offering development, paid leave and an attractive hourly rate while contributing to residents’ comfort and dignity in a warmly connected

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

Verbal English

Written English

Relevant experience

Education

Right to Work in the UK

Job description

Domestic Assistant

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 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