General Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Opportunities for progression

Pension plan

Uniforms and PPE provided

Monthly incentives and recognition

Job summary

Dunlarg Care Home in Keady, County Armagh, operated by Healthcare Ireland, seeks a General Assistant to support housekeeping, kitchen and laundry functions and assist with daily operations to ensure high standards for residents.

The role involves helping with meals, cleanliness, and resident wellbeing, reporting to the Housekeeper and Chef, and contributing to a warm, person-centred home environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the expected standards are achieved throughout the home
• Cover domestic, kitchen and laundry duties - training in all 3 areas provided
• 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.

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team at Dunlarg Care Home

Situated in the tranquil countryside of Keady village, County Armagh, Dunlarg Care Home offers a welcoming and supportive environment with easy access to local shops and public transport. Our home comprises two units, providing care for up to 58 residents.

We offer a broad range of care services including General Nursing and General Residential Care, with specialised support for individuals with Learning Disabilities, Mental Health needs, and Physical Disabilities under 65.

At Dunlarg, every new resident receives a warm welcome and is encouraged to embrace their "home away from home" experience.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a friendly and caring setting, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

The General Assistant role at Healthcare Ireland is a blended role, working with the Housekeeping and Kitchen team to assist with the day-to-day operations of the Home.

The General Assistants in our Homes play a key role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of our kitchens, housekeeping and laundry functions, ensuring that residents receive high-quality meals and have a clean environment. The role is essential in the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of high-quality, person-centred surroundings.

Working as part of the Kitchen and Housekeeping team, reporting to the Housekeeper and Chef, the role is about a lot more than preparing and serving meals and cleaning - the General Assistant will support with ensuring the dietary needs of our residents are met in addition to contributing to a clean and tidy environment for our residents.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure the expected standards are achieved throughout the home
• Cover domestic, kitchen and laundry duties - training in all 3 areas provided
• Identify and report any damage, faults or other issues to maintenance or management
• Adhere to the cleaning and auditing scheduleUse and store cleaning products in accordance to COSHH regulations
• Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

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.