Housekeeper, Healthcare

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At Healthcare Ireland, we’re proud to introduce Loughside Care Village, our newest flagship development in the heart of Carrickfergus. More than a care facility, Loughside is a luxurious, state‑of‑the‑art living environment designed to enrich life for its 116 residents, setting a new benchmark in compassionate, expert‑led care.

Loughside is purpose‑built for people living with dementia, complex care needs, and those under mental health registration. Its village‑style community is centred on dignity, independence, and wellbeing, encouraging privacy, stimulation, and meaningful social connection for residents, families, and staff alike. Over 200 dedicated professionals will deliver personalised care. The facility is commissioned in partnership with the Northern Health Trust and meets the highest RQIA standards.

Our Housekeeper role is essential in providing excellent care. The Housekeeper leads the domestic and laundry teams, ensuring the Home is clean, tidy and welcoming at all times. The Housekeeper works closely with the Home Manager, care teams, and residents to build trusting relationships, creating a comfortable environment where residents feel safe and cared for.

• Oversee and perform a variety of tasks throughout the Home, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, and cleaning surfaces in resident rooms, communal areas and offices, adhering to cleaning and laundry schedules.
• Manage the domestic team to guarantee that all areas—bathrooms, kitchens, dining areas and hallways—are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Identify and report any damage, faults or other issues to maintenance or management.
• Adhere to the cleaning and auditing schedule.
• Ensure cleaning products and equipment meet COSHH regulations and are stored safely.
• Undertake any additional duties reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

• Paid annual leave
• Opportunity to be part of a growing company
• Continuous professional development and training
• Values‑led culture
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Opportunities for progression
• Pension plan (if applicable)
• Attractive hourly rate
• NI fee paid
• Uniforms and PPE provided
• Monthly incentives and recognition awards
• Free parking

• Good standard of verbal and written English
• Relevant experience for the role
• Right to work in the UK

• Basic knowledge of COSHH, Health and Safety, and Fire Regulations
• Previous experience within a Health and Social Care setting
• Experience supervising staff

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, enabling each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to supporting each employee with a fulfilling working environment that encourages personal and professional development. Our purpose is to work with the people we serve and their families and friends to enable them to control their lives.

Entry level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities

£13.50 per hour