Compassionate Housekeeping Assistant - Weekend Care Home

CareChoice; Clonakilty; On-site; EUR 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Garda Vetting

Supportive working environment

Competitive pay

Subsidised meals

Training & Development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Uniform provided

Additional annual leave

Loyalty bonus

Refer a friend bonus

On-site parking

Job summary

CareChoice is seeking a kind and reliable part-time weekend Housekeeping Assistant for our Clonakilty Home to provide excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene that are maintained throughout our Home.

The role involves daily cleaning of general areas and residents' rooms, proper use and storage of cleaning equipment, waste disposal, and setting up meals. The position is rotational and flexible to meet nursing home needs.

Qualifications

• Previous practical experience in a similar environment is desirable but not essential.
• Passion about elder care, providing residents with a safe, clean environment to live in.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• A professional, caring and empathetic nature.
• Be comfortable working in a sometimes challenging environment.
• Good level of English language skills.
• Availability to work varied shift patterns, Monday to Sunday.

Responsibilities

• Daily cleaning of the general areas and residents' rooms within the nursing home.
• Proper use and storage of cleaning equipment and cleaning solutions.
• Collection and correct disposal of domestic waste.
• Cleaning of spillages as they occur and proper use of wet signs.
• To collect trays, use of the dishwasher and maintain a clean and tidy kitchen in the unit.
• To wash up crockery, cutlery etc. as required.
• Set up of trays for meals.
• Ensure safe work practices are observed and the environment is safe at all times.
• The post will be rotational and flexible according to the needs of the nursing home.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Independent working

English proficiency

Resilience

Customer service

Flexibility

Job description

CareChoice is seeking a kind and reliable part-time weekend Housekeeping Assistant for our Clonakilty Home to provide excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene that are maintained throughout our Home.

The role involves daily cleaning of general areas and residents' rooms, proper use and storage of cleaning equipment, waste disposal, and setting up meals. The position is rotational and flexible to meet nursing home needs.