Domestic Assistant

Healthcare Ireland Group; Newry; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing healthcare company is looking for a Domestic Assistant to support the Housekeeper at Carlingford Lodge Care Home in Northern Ireland. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards while working closely with care teams to ensure a welcoming environment for residents. The ideal candidate should have relevant experience and the right to work in the UK. Competitive hourly rate and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

Paid annual leave

Weekly pay

Continuous professional development

Pension plan

Uniforms and PPE provided

Free parking

Qualifications

• Good standard of both verbal and written English.
• Relevant experience for the role.
• The Right to Work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Ensure expected cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Cover domestic duties as assigned.
• Report any damage, faults or issues to maintenance.

Skills

Verbal and written English

Relevant experience

Job description

Domestic Assistant – Carlingford Lodge Care Home

Company: Healthcare Ireland Group.

Location: Carlingford Lodge Care Home, Warrenpoint, County Down, Northern Ireland.

About the Home

Carlingford Lodge Care Home provides a warm and supportive environment in a picturesque coastal setting. It offers nursing care for 58 residents across three specialised units: General Nursing, Dementia Nursing, and General Residential.

The Role

The Domestic Assistant supports the Housekeeper to maintain a clean, tidy, and welcoming environment for residents and staff. Working closely with care teams, you will help create a comfortable setting where residents feel safe and cared for.

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 reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager or Housekeeper

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

Benefits

• Paid annual leave
• The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
• Weekly pay
• 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 to NI fee paid for
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

Salary

£12.21 per hour.

Legal and Sponsorship

Healthcare Ireland Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons. We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

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Healthcare Ireland Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.