General Assistant - #1772268
Healthcare Ireland Group
Date: 7 hours ago
City: Belfast
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
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Jason Court is a registered care service offering expert nursing care and support for up to 59 residents. We specialise in caring for individuals with physical disabilities, mental health needs, and acquired brain injuries
The Role
The General Assistant role at Healthcare Ireland is a blended role, working with the Housekeeping and Kitchen team to assist with the day-to-day operations of the Home
The General Assistants in our Homes play a key role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of our kitchens, housekeeping and laundry functions, ensuring that residents receive high-quality meals and have a clean environment. The role is essential in the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of high-quality, person-centred surroundings
Working as part of the Kitchen and Housekeeping team, reporting to the Housekeeper and Chef, the role is about a lot more than preparing and serving meals and cleaning – the General Assistant will support with ensuring the dietary needs of our residents are met in addition to contributing to a clean and tidy environment for our residents
About The Role
Main Responsibilities
Ensure the expected standards are achieved throughout the home
Cover domestic, kitchen and laundry duties – training in all 3 areas provided
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 to COSHH regulations
Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager
The Benefits
Paid annual leave
The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
4-weekly pay
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
We do not offer sponsorship for this role
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons
Skills Needed
About The Company
We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. 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 and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives
Company Culture
We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance
Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives
Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team
Desired Criteria
Relevant work experience in a care home/ healthcare environment
Previous experience gained in a domestic, laundry or kitchen environment
Required Criteria
To be numerate and literate with a good standard of English
The Right to Work in the UK
Have basic knowledge of COSHH, Health and Safety, Fire and Security Regulations
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Jason Court is a registered care service offering expert nursing care and support for up to 59 residents. We specialise in caring for individuals with physical disabilities, mental health needs, and acquired brain injuries
The Role
The General Assistant role at Healthcare Ireland is a blended role, working with the Housekeeping and Kitchen team to assist with the day-to-day operations of the Home
The General Assistants in our Homes play a key role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of our kitchens, housekeeping and laundry functions, ensuring that residents receive high-quality meals and have a clean environment. The role is essential in the wellbeing of our residents through the provision of high-quality, person-centred surroundings
Working as part of the Kitchen and Housekeeping team, reporting to the Housekeeper and Chef, the role is about a lot more than preparing and serving meals and cleaning – the General Assistant will support with ensuring the dietary needs of our residents are met in addition to contributing to a clean and tidy environment for our residents
About The Role
Main Responsibilities
Ensure the expected standards are achieved throughout the home
Cover domestic, kitchen and laundry duties – training in all 3 areas provided
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 to COSHH regulations
Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager
The Benefits
Paid annual leave
The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
4-weekly pay
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
We do not offer sponsorship for this role
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons
Skills Needed
About The Company
We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential. We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. 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 and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives
Company Culture
We’re always on the look out for people who care, whether that’s caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance
Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you’ll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do. Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people’s lives
Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we’d love to have you join the team
Desired Criteria
Relevant work experience in a care home/ healthcare environment
Previous experience gained in a domestic, laundry or kitchen environment
Required Criteria
To be numerate and literate with a good standard of English
The Right to Work in the UK
Have basic knowledge of COSHH, Health and Safety, Fire and Security Regulations
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