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Overview
Longfield Care Home is located on the outskirts of the village of Eglinton, ten miles from Derry. The Home offers care for 35 General Nursing residents in the Foyle and Faughan Units and 11 Residential Dementia residents in the Moore Suite. The Home has been recognised for excellence, including awards at the 2024 Staff Nursing Awards.
If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care in a supportive and award-winning environment, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
The role of the Domestic Assistant is essential to provide excellent care. You will support the Housekeeper with the Home environment, contributing to the wellbeing and quality of life of residents. The Domestic Assistant will ensure that the Home is clean, tidy and welcoming at all times. This role works closely with care teams and residents to create a comfortable environment where residents feel safe and cared for, including ensuring rooms are clean and communal areas are tidy.
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 with COSHH regulations
* Undertake any other duties reasonably required by the Home Manager or Housekeeper
Requirements
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
* 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
Equality and Sponsorship
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. We do not offer sponsorship for this role. This is a casual bank role.
About The Company
Healthcare Ireland Group is committed to providing high standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments. We aim to be a first‑class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value-for-money services. Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families to enable them to take control of their lives.
Company Culture
We are always looking for people who care, whether that’s caring for residents or in roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance. Our growing team works together to achieve excellence that makes a difference in people’s lives.
Job Details
Salary: £12.21 per hour
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Finance and Sales
Industries: Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
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