Domestic Assistant
Domestic Assistant
The Home
City View Court, situated in Belfast, delivers person-centred nursing care for up to 100 residents.
Recently refurbished, City View Court is a light, modern and spacious home offering a range of specialist care services for older people, including residential, dementia and general nursing.
Our kind and compassionate team not only provides care, but shares their good company, companionship and assistance whenever required, ensuring that all residents feel listened to and supported.
Whilst all private bedrooms are fully furnished residents are welcome to personalise the space with their own accessories and furniture.
Residents at City View Court can enjoy the comfortable lounges and dining spaces to relax, enjoy a nutritious meal freshly prepared by our chef, or to socialise.
Despite its city centre location, City View Court boasts a calm, restful atmosphere.
About the role:
As a Domestic Assistant, you will be a member of the support services team. Your main Domestic Assistant responsibilities will be to maintain the cleanliness of specific areas within the care home to the highest standards. This includes carrying out housekeeping duties efficiently and in a timely manner. Your daily tasks as a Domestic Assistant may involve working in the laundry, ensuring residents' rooms are clean and organised, and making beds when necessary. It is important to have good teamwork skills in this role.
About this role
Benefits of working with Kathryn Homes:
Accrued Paid Holiday
Weekly Pay
Pension Scheme
Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
Free Access NI Check and uniform
Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
Opportunities to progress your career within the company
Free, on-site parking
Employee of the Month awards
About you:
We are looking for a skilled Domestic Assistant who can confidently maintain high standards of work. You should be able to organise and prioritise your tasks effectively. It's important for our Domestic Assistants to be proactive, flexible, and a great team player. We also value a willingness to learn and grow, as you will need to participate in training activities to enhance your skills and knowledge for a safe and efficient performance in your role.
About Kathryn Homes:
At Kathryn Homes, we are passionate about providing professional, person-centred, residential and nursing care to older people in Northern Ireland, including those living with dementia. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.
At Kathryn Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.
As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.
We do not offer sponsorship for this role.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
What you will need
Required criteria
- A good standard of both verbal and written English
- Relevant experience for the role
- The Right to Work in the UK
Desired criteria
- Previous care home experience
- Basic knowledge of COSHH, Health and Safety and Fire Regulations
