Domestic Assistant

Domestic Assistant – Healthcare Ireland Group

Carlingford Lodge Care Home, located in the picturesque port town of Warrenpoint, County Down.

Join our warm and supportive environment providing nursing care to 58 residents across three specialised units:
General Nursing, Dementia Nursing, and General Residential.

About the Home

Led by our Home Manager, our professional team of nurses and carers work closely together, supported by dedicated administrative staff and ancillary teams including housekeeping, catering, and maintenance, to ensure the highest standard of care.

The Domestic Assistant supports the Housekeeper by maintaining the cleanliness, tidiness, and welcoming environment of the home, contributing to the wellbeing and quality of life of our residents.

• 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 as designated by the Home Manager or Housekeeper.

• A good standard of both verbal and written English.
• Relevant experience for the role.
• The right to work in the UK.

• Previous care home experience.
• Basic knowledge of COSHH, Health and Safety, and Fire Regulations.

• 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.
• Retirement plan and/or pension.
• Employee development programmes.
• Competitive salary.
• Social opportunities.
• Employee Recognition Scheme.
• Culture of recognition.
• On the job learning.

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, encouraging personal and professional development. Our community values caring individuals and we pride ourselves on the work we do.

We’re always on the look‑out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents or working in roles such as laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

£12.21 per hour.

We do not offer sponsorship for this role.

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