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Housekeeping

Posted on Aug. 5, 2025

  • Full Time

Housekeeping job opportunity

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We are currently recruiting for a full time Housekeeper/Cleaner to join the existing team in Ballincollig Community Nursing Unit. The hours of work include mornings/evenings, 24-30 hours per week.

The housekeeper/cleaner role
The Housekeeper will contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the location with regards to ensuring that a high standard of cleanliness is adhered to at all times.

What does this role entail?
  • Responsible for all aspects of cleaning within the home, such as vacuuming, damp, mopping, dusting, retaining excellent cleaning standards throughout the Nursing Home
  • Ensuring that all cleaning products/chemicals and equipment are used and stored appropriately.
  • Assessing and confirming that all equipment/furnishings are in good repair and clean: reporting faults to manager
  • Demonstrating a good manner when dealing with residents, family and visitors
  • Handling all laundry
  • Ensuring cleanliness and safety in the laundry area
  • Maintaining confidentiality at all times
  • Being aware of all health and safety regulations, reporting hazards/potential hazards immediately.
  • Ad hoc duties as required
What are the skills/experience needed?
  • 6 months working in a similar role
  • Experience working in a healthcare environment (with a good knowledge of HIQA standards) preferable
  • Awareness of following an advantage : COSHH Regulation. (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).Riddor Regulation. (Reporting of incidents, diseases, dangerous occurrences).Health and Safety Legislation, Manual Handling
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Can work independently or part of a team
  • Must be reliable & keep to schedule.
  • Fluent level of English both written and oral
All posts are subject to satisfactory references, medical and Garda vetting.

We offer;
  • Guaranteed hours contracts
  • Paid breaks
  • Sunday Premium rates/Double time on Bank Holidays
  • Life Insurance/Death In Service Cover which covers two times your annual salary
  • Employee Referral Incentive Scheme
  • Bike to Work Scheme
  • Retail Discounts
  • Comprehensive induction training and continued in-house training/professional development
  • Opportunities for career progression
  • Paid training
  • Recognition Programme
  • Employee Assistance Porgramme

Note
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role and the range of duties, it does not attempt to detail every activity. Given the nature of the work, it must be stressed that maximum flexibility is required to work in the location. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder periodically by the Manager.

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