Housekeeper

JobStart Scheme; Ballymoney; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused charity in Northern Ireland is seeking a Housekeeper to maintain a welcoming environment at their well-being farm. Responsibilities include cleaning and tidying accommodation, preparing rooms for guests, and supporting the team in maintaining shared spaces. Ideal candidates will have experience in cleaning, hospitality, or caring for shared environments. Flexible hours with part-time options available.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow basic instructions and work carefully.
• Comfortable performing routine cleaning and light manual tasks.
• Experience in cleaning, housekeeping, hospitality or caring for shared spaces.
• Knowledge of well-being farm settings.

Responsibilities

• Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, and living areas.
• Change bed linen and towels, and check rooms are ready.
• Help with washing, drying, and folding bedding.
• Refill basic items and notify staff when supplies are low.
• Report damages or maintenance issues.

Skills

Following instructions

Routine cleaning

Light manual tasks

Previous cleaning or hospitality experience

Teamwork in shared spaces

Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: COMPASS ADVOCACY NETWORKThe Housekeeper for the Wellbeing Farm supports the charity by keeping the onsite cottage accommodation clean, tidy and welcoming for people using the wellbeing farm. The role helps staff to make sure guests have a comfortable, safe and positive stay in a calm, well presented environment.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning and tidying: Clean bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen and living areas, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping floors and wiping surfaces.
• Changeovers: Change bed linen and towels, empty bins and check rooms are clean, stocked and ready for the next guests.
• Laundry: Help with washing, drying and folding bedding and towels, and storing them neatly.
• Stock and supplies: Refill basic items such as toilet roll, soap, cleaning products and tea/coffee, and let staff know when anything is running low.
• General support: Report any damages or maintenance issues to staff and help keep shared areas of the farm tidy and welcoming.

Skills and Qualifications

• Able to follow basic instructions, work carefully and ask for help when unsure.
• Comfortable carrying out routine cleaning and light manual tasks such as lifting linen and using cleaning equipment safely.
• Any previous experience of cleaning, housekeeping, hospitality, accommodation or caring for shared spaces.
• Knowledge of working in a well-being farm setting and being part of a friendly team that supports each other with daily tasks and guest changeovers.

Further Information

The Employer is: COMPASS ADVOCACY NETWORKJobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information- Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week.- Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach.- Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment.The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID 1753883 Job Sector Cleaners Area Co Antrim Location Ballymoney Salary 16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour No. vacancies 1 Contract Type Temporary Weekly hours 25 Published date 12/01/2026 Closing date 20/02/2026 Worktime 8.30am - 1.30pm, days to be confirmed

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 16 Jan 2026

Area: All of Northern Ireland
Closing date: 19 Jan 2026