Housekeeping Assistant

CareChoice; Swords; On-site; EUR 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniform

Competitive pay

Training

CPD

Promotion opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CareChoice Swords is seeking a full-time Housekeeping Assistant to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the home. You will perform daily cleaning, manage waste, assist in kitchen areas, and help set up meals while following safety practices.

The role requires flexibility with shifts, Monday to Sunday, in a friendly elder-care environment. We offer a free uniform per year, competitive pay, quality training, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for promotion

Qualifications

• Good level of English language skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience in a similar environment is desirable but not essential.

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.

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Independent working

Empathy

Adaptability

Tools

Cleaning equipment handling

Job description

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Housekeeping assistant

We are now looking for a kind and reliable full time Housekeeping Assistant for CareChoice Swords, to provide excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene that are maintained throughout our Home.

Why Choose CareChoice?

At CareChoice, we are committed to revolutionizing the healthcare experience. With a legacy of over two decades in the Nursing Homes Sector, we are embarking on a journey to become the most trusted and respected Nursing Home brand in Ireland.

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:

• 1 Free Uniform/year
• Competitive rate of pay
• Paid quality training.
• Continuous professional development
• Opportunities for promotion within the expanding group
• Employee Assistance Program which offers advice services
• A rewarding working environment, with support from supervisors and managers

Job Type: Full-time

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Ability to Commute:

• Dublin 12

Work Location: In person