Domestic Assistant
Location: Newry
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Temporary
Working Hours
* 15 hours per week
* Required to work every weekend
* Opportunity to pick up additional weekday shifts
* Must be fully flexible between 7:00am - 10:00pm
Role Overview
We are currently recruiting a Domestic Assistant to join a busy healthcare environment in Newry. The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
* Cleaning and sanitising wards, corridors, and clinical areas
* Maintaining high standards of infection control and hygiene
* Safe handling and disposal of waste, including clinical waste
* Cleaning patient rooms, bathrooms, and communal areas
* Operating cleaning equipment and using appropriate cleaning materials
* Ensuring all areas are kept clean, tidy, and hazard-free
* Replenishing supplies such as soap, paper towels, and hygiene products
* Following all hospital health and safety procedures
Essential Requirements
* Must be able to comply with uniform policy at all times
* Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends and evenings
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Good attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness standards
* Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
Desirable (but not essential)
* Previous experience in a domestic, cleaning, or healthcare setting
* Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures