Support Services - Care Homes

MPA Recruitment; Newry; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Holiday fund included

Extension opportunities

Job summary

MPA Recruitment operates across Northern Ireland and is hiring Support Services Assistants for Care Homes. This role combines catering and domestic duties to maintain a high standard of service in a clean, safe environment.

You will assist with meal prep and serving, deliver meals, clean areas, and support infection control while following safety regulations. Various shifts available, including mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering, cleaning, hospitality, or healthcare support roles is desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow procedures.
• Flexible and reliable approach to work.
• Commitment to cleanliness and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Catering duties: assist with meal prep and serving, deliver meals, set up dining areas, maintain cleanliness, follow HACCP.
• Domestic services: clean wards and spaces, vacuum/sweep/mop, dispose of waste, replenish hygiene supplies, follow infection control.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Food Hygiene Certification

Job description

Support Services Assistant Care Homes (Catering & Domestic Services)

MPA Recruitment is currently recruiting Support Services Assistants to work within a Care Home setting. This rewarding role combines both catering and domestic duties, helping to ensure patients, staff, and visitors receive a high standard of service in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with experience in catering, cleaning, hospitality, or healthcare support roles who enjoy working as part of a team and making a positive difference.

About the Role

As a Support Services Assistant, you will provide essential support across catering and domestic departments, ensuring high standards of food service, cleanliness, and infection control are maintained throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities

Catering Duties

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and beverages.
• Deliver meals and refreshments to designated areas.
• Set up and clear dining areas.
• Maintain food service areas to a high standard of cleanliness.
• Ensure food hygiene and HACCP procedures are followed at all times.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and catering equipment.

Domestic Services Duties

• Clean and disinfect designated wards, offices, communal areas, and public spaces.
• Vacuum, sweep, and mop floor surfaces.
• Empty bins and safely dispose of waste.
• Replenish soap dispensers, hand sanitiser stations, and hygiene supplies.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
• Adhere to Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in catering, cleaning, hospitality, or healthcare environments is desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow procedures.
• A reliable and flexible approach to work.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and customer service.
• Food Hygiene certification is beneficial but not essential.

Hours & Benefits

• Full-time and part-time opportunities available.
• Various shift patterns, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.
• Weekly pay.
• Holiday fund included.
• Ongoing temporary opportunities with potential for extension.
• Valuable experience within healthcare and public sector settings.

Why Join MPA Recruitment?

MPA Recruitment works with leading healthcare providers across Northern Ireland, offering access to a wide range of rewarding support services roles. Our dedicated team will support you throughout the recruitment process and help you find a position that suits your skills and availability.