Housekeeping Manager
Milesian Manor Care Home, based in Magherafelt is recruiting for an experienced Housekeeping Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing the housekeeping staff to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment within the care home. You will ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are met in line with regulatory requirements, and that residents’ personal needs are respected and catered to. The role involves organising cleaning schedules, conducting inspections, managing supplies, and working closely with other departments to support overall care home operations.
Professional Duties
Oversee the daily cleaning of all areas of the care home, including resident rooms, communal areas, kitchens, and bathrooms.
Ensure deep cleaning routines are in place and adhered to.
Inspect rooms and common areas regularly to ensure they meet cleanliness and hygiene standards.
Respond promptly to housekeeping requests and issues, ensuring timely resolution.
Ensure all cleaning processes meet health and safety guidelines, infection control, and hygiene regulations.
Train staff on the proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment, ensuring compliance with COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations.
Conduct regular risk assessments related to housekeeping tasks and implement any necessary improvements.
Manage stock levels of cleaning supplies, linen, and other housekeeping materials.
Ensure all cleaning equipment is properly maintained and serviced.
Work closely with the Nurse Managers to ensure that residents' personal spaces are cleaned in a way that respects their dignity and preferences.
Ensure laundry services for residents are efficient and timely.
Be responsive to the specific needs of residents, including those with mobility challenges, dementia, or other health conditions.
Assist in managing the housekeeping budget by monitoring costs and ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
Ensure that any wastage is minimized and that budget targets are met without compromising on quality.
Managing cleaning contractors and agency staff
About the role
Benefits
Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
A comprehensive paid induction programme.
Wide variety of training provided.
Career development opportunities.
Flexibility of shifts.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
Health and wellbeing initiatives including team-building initiatives.
Free car parking and uniform*.
Incentives for employee referrals. *
*T&Cs will apply.
Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes as and when suitable applications are received. If a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early, therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application promptly.
In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage.
An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents along with the Access NI Code of Practice are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.
It is Macklin Care Homes Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.
Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Previous experience in a housekeeping supervisory or management role, ideally within a care home, healthcare facility, or hospitality environment.
- Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
- High standards of cleanliness and a keen eye for detail to ensure that all areas of the care home meet hygiene and safety requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to interact with staff, residents, and external suppliers.
- In-depth understanding of health and safety regulations, infection control protocols, and COSHH regulations.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize workload, and adapt to changing demands within the care home environment.
- Capable of addressing and resolving issues related to housekeeping or resident care quickly and effectively.
Desired criteria
- Ability to perform physical tasks related to cleaning, such as lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- Willingness to work shifts, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, as needed.
- An understanding of and empathy for the needs of elderly or vulnerable residents in a care home setting.
Macklin Care Homes
We care with heart because… From the moment we opened our first Care Home in Northern Ireland over 30 years ago, we knew we could make a real difference in people’s lives. We are undeniably proud of our history and passionate about our future!
Part of the Macklin Group, Macklin Care Homes have been caring for people for over 30 years. We’ve taken all our experience over all those years to bring the very best of our knowledge and our expertise to you. We’re experts at what we do. We’re not just another Care Home, we’re family-first and treat everyone we come into contact with as one of our very own. From staff to residents, relatives to suppliers to the postman – we’re all one big caring community!
We have six Care Homes:
- 3 in Belfast: Arlington, Our Lady's and Parkmanor Oaks
- 1 in Magherafelt: Milesian Manor
- 1 in Coleraine: Ratheane
- 1 in Ballycastle: Leabank
Want a job you'll love? Can you make a real difference to the lives of others? We are looking to recruit great people to work in care and in return, we will bring out the best in you. At Macklin Care Homes you will work as part of an award-winning team who are valued for their contribution, with opportunities for career development, as well as a friendly and rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart we would like to hear from you. We are proud of our values and unique positive culture that we live each and every day. This is reflective of our relationships with our residents, their relatives, our suppliers and the local community.
Our benefits
As a family-run organisation, we live and breathe our core values of treating people really well, trust, dedication and continuous development. Once you join us, you not only become a member of the team but a member of our family. Caring with heart is at the core of everything we do – with our residents and team members.
Employee development programs
Free parking
Referral bonus
Long service recognition
Employee of the Month
Progression opportunities
Company employee App
Housekeeping Manager
We care with heart because… From the moment we opened our first Care Home in Northern Ireland over 30 years ago, we knew we could make a real difference in people’s lives. We are undeniably proud of our history and passionate about our future!