Housekeeper

Healthcare Ireland Group; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual leave

Pension plan (if applicable)

Overtime enhanced rate

Uniforms and PPE provided

Free parking

Opportunities for progression

Job summary

Healthcare Ireland Group's Rose Court in Ballymena is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to manage the Home's cleaning and laundry operations, ensuring a clean, welcoming environment for residents.

The role involves leading domestic and laundry teams, maintaining COSHH compliance, reporting faults, and supporting the Home Manager to deliver high-quality care in a compassionate, values-driven setting. Previous care-sector experience is preferred, with excellent English required.

Qualifications

• Must have good verbal and written English.
• Experience supervising staff in a care environment is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of COSHH, Health and Safety and Fire Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleaning and laundry tasks throughout the Home.
• Manage domestic team to maintain highest cleanliness standards.
• Identify and report faults or maintenance issues.
• Adhere to cleaning and auditing schedules.
• Ensure safe storage of cleaning products and proper use of equipment.

Skills

English proficiency

Staff supervision

Health and safety awareness

COSHH knowledge

Education

Experience in Health and Social Care setting

Job description

Rose Court

Rose Court is a professional, person-centred care and nursing home situated in Ballymena. This spacious home provides a range of specialist care services for older people, including residential, dementia and general nursing. We are proud of our high standards and values in providing care with the utmost dignity and respect.

We continuously strive to maintain the safe, comfortable and homely environment and a calm and restful atmosphere for our residents at Rose Court. Our kind and compassionate care teams not only provide 24 hour care, they also share their good company, companionship and assistance whenever required, to ensure that residents feel listened to and supported, whatever their needs and wishes may be.

The light and spacious, private bedrooms are beautifully furnished, all with en-suite facilities. The home, which is designed to enable those we care for to maintain their independence in a safe environment, has excellent amenities, including a café, comfortable lounges and dining spaces within which residents can relax and socialise. Residents are very welcome to bring their own home accessories and furniture, to personalise their space and make it their home.

The Role

At Healthcare Ireland, our Housekeeper role is essential in our mission to provide excellent care. Responsible for the environment of the Home, the Housekeeper lead the domestic and laundry teams in contributing to the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents. The Housekeeper is responsible for ensuring that the Home is clean, tidy and welcoming at all times.

The Housekeeper works closely with the Home Manager, 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

• Oversee and perform a variety of tasks throughout the Home, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors, cleaning surfaces in resident rooms, communal areas and offices; adhering to cleaning and laundry schedules as required.
• Manage the domestic team to guarantee that all areas of the Home, including bathrooms, kitchens, dining areas and hallways, are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Identify and report any damage, faults or other issues to maintenance or management.
• Adhere to the cleaning and auditing schedule.
• Responsible for the storage of cleaning products, ensuring they meet COSHH regulations and all cleaning machinery and equipment are used properly and stored safely.
• 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.

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

• Basic knowledge of COSHH, Health and Safety and Fire Regulations
• Previous experience gained within a Health and Social Care setting
• Experience supervising staff

Skills Needed

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team.

Company Benefits

Healthcare Ireland Group is not just a workplace; it's a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued.

If you're passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us and help continue our legacy of excellence in care .

Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Competitive salary, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning

Salary

£12.98 per hour