Housekeeping Assistant

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 one of Ireland's leading residential homes for the older person. We provide dedicated care and a safe and welcoming home for all our Residents. Our ethos is to create a home from home for our clients, where they can live life to the full with support and respect, whilst enjoying building relationships with all our staff.

We are now looking for 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 Ideal Candidate will have:

• Previous practical experience in working 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.

Your Job will involve:

• 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 disposable 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

What we offer:

• Comprehensive induction training
• Free Garda Vetting
• A rewarding working environment, with support from supervisors and managers
• Competitive rates of pay
• Subsidised meals
• Training & Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme which offers advice and counselling services, for carers and their immediate families
• Free healthcare uniform - one tunic paid for per year by CareChoice
• Additional annual leave for years of service
• Annual Loyalty bonus - this is based on years of service
• Refer a friend bonus

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Job Types: Full & Part Time