Domestic Assistant
Domestic Assistant
Kintullagh House
Kintullagh is a beautiful, purpose-built care home in Ballymena, providing 24 hour professional, person-centred care for older people.
Our home comfortably caters for up to 61 people and we remain very proud of the safe, wonderfully relaxing, home-from-home environment we created.
The professional care and nursing team at Kintullagh are kind and friendly in their nature, and highly-trained and experienced too, ensuring the highest levels of person-centred care. We are available, around the clock, to support the needs and wishes of all our residents, with the utmost dignity and respect. We care through listening and by following bespoke care plans, to ensure residents’ optimal health and wellbeing.
All of our private, light and spacious bedrooms are fully-furnished and with the benefit of en-suite bathroom facilities. Residents are very welcome to bring their own home accessories and furniture, to personalise their space with their own familiar items to make it their home.
Kintullagh also has excellent amenities, all fully designed to cater for residents, including a café, comfortable lounges and dining spaces, in which we enable residents to maintain their independence as much as is possible, in the safest possible environment.
The Role
The role of the Domestic Assistant is essential in our mission to provide excellent care. Supporting the Housekeeper with the environment of the Home, the Domestic Assistant will contribute to the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents. The Domestic Assistant will ensure that the Home is clean, tidy and welcoming at all times.
The Domestic Assistant role at Healthcare Ireland Group works closely with the care teams and residents, building trusting relationships to create a comfortable environment where our residents feel safe and cared for. From ensuring that rooms are clean to tidying communal areas, every task contributes to the value that we add to the lives of our residents.
About this role
Main Responsibilities
Ensure the expected cleanliness and hygiene standards are achieved throughout the home
Cover domestic duties as assigned
Identify and report any damage, faults or other issues to maintenance or management
Adhere to the cleaning and auditing schedule
Use and store cleaning products in accordance to COSHH regulations
Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.
The Benefits
Paid annual leave
The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
Continuous professional development and training
Values-led culture
Overtime available at an enhanced rate
Opportunities for progression
Pension plan (if applicable)
Attractive hourly rate
Access NI fee paid for
Uniforms and PPE provided
Monthly incentives and recognition awards
Free parking
We do not offer sponsorship for this role .
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
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
