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Housekeeping Assistant (Full & Part time Opportunities), Mid Ulster
Client:
Macklin Care Homes
Location:
Mid Ulster, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
01ad29a0fe73
Job Views:
6
Posted:
01.03.2025
Expiry Date:
15.04.2025
Job Description:
Can you make a real difference in the lives of others?
At Macklin Care Homes you will work as part of an award-winning team valued for their contribution, with opportunities for career development, and a friendly and rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you.
We are currently recruiting Housekeeping Assistants (full-time and part-time) to join Milesian Manor Care Home, based in Magherafelt. As a Housekeeping Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Working as part of the housekeeping team, you will maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the Care Home while adhering to health and safety guidelines.
About The Role
Key Responsibilities:
1. Perform daily cleaning tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and sanitising.
2. Ensure all rooms, common areas, bathrooms, and kitchens are cleaned to a high standard.
3. Clean and disinfect high-touch areas, such as door handles, handrails, and light switches.
4. Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and towels in designated areas.
5. Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
6. Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely, following instructions and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations.
7. Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the housekeeping department.
Ideal Candidate:
1. Prior experience in housekeeping, cleaning, or a similar role is preferred but not essential.
2. Knowledge of cleaning techniques, tools, and products is an advantage.
3. Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
4. Basic understanding of health and safety regulations.
5. Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
6. Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Company Benefits:
At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package:
1. Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
2. Enjoy a fully paid induction programme to help you transition smoothly into your role.
3. Access to a wide variety of training opportunities to support professional growth.
4. Flexibility of shifts.
5. Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and well-being support.
6. Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
7. Health and wellbeing initiatives including team-building initiatives.
8. Free car parking and uniform.
9. Incentives for employee referrals.
Ensure your CV is up to date as this is required for the interview process.
Sponsorship for this role is not offered. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.
Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage.
Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC.
An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents along with the Access NI Code of Practice are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.
Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Desired Criteria
* Previous experience in a similar position
* Moving and handling of heavy weights
* Experience of ironing and sewing
Required Criteria
* Must have a good command of written and spoken English and a valid work permit
* Ability to communicate with the elderly
* Ability to work set hours, flexible to meet the needs of the organization
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