We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate part-time Housekeeper & Laundry Assistants to join our team at a well-established nursing home in Cavan. This role is crucial in maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents and staff.RequirementsTo routinely clean residents bedrooms, communal areas, administrative offices, treatment rooms, storage areas, and all toilet and bathroom facilities as set out in the daily task lists. The main tasks including cleaning furniture & floors and ensuring the environment is left clean and safe for both residents and staff. Using cleaning supplies and equipment are an essential part of the position. Housekeepers are expected to follow all guidelines in relation to safe use of chemicals and to inspect their equipment regularly for any repairs or replacements.Housekeepers are expected to attend in-service training and staff meetings as required.Housekeeping staff are expected to interact with residents on an ongoing basis as our ethos of care is a person centred one.Main duties of the Post:Safe use and storage of all chemicalsSafe use of equipment and the reporting of any maintenance of equipment issues to maintenance department in a timely mannerHousekeepers trolleys - Cleaning / tidying them at the end of your shift leaving them stocked and ready for the next shiftPreparing rooms for new admissions, deep cleaning requirements, terminal cleaning or scheduled eventsDay to day cleaning and disinfection of the environment as per task lists / schedulesManagement of general waste, healthcare waste and recycling waste as per policyFloor and furniture cleaning as directed by manufacturers/company policyUse of compactor as required in a safe and responsible mannerChecking of communications book at beginning of each shiftCleaning of all areas identified on daily task listMaintenance of the housekeeping rooms and store ensuring stock of all housekeeping suppliesMaintenance of all Housekeeping records on a daily basisClean up spillages and any other miscellaneous cleaning duties that may ariseCommunicate effectively with residents and colleagues in other departmentsAny other reasonable housekeeping duties that may ariseAssisting staff with any urgent or emergency situation that may ariseAny deep cleaning as specified as part of cleaning schedule or infection control proceduresLaundry – Collect / Sort / Wash / Tidy Laundry from around the buildingRelationship with other departments: Daily interaction with Nursing, Care, Catering, Maintenance & AdministrationTo Apply:Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to or drop your CV into reception at Esker Lodge Nursing home.Help us make a difference in the lives of our residents every day — apply nowJob Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: From €13.50 per hourAbility to commute/relocate:Cathedral Road, Co.Cavan, CO. Cavan: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)Application question(s):Please outline any suitable previous experience you may have for the roleWork authorisation:Ireland (required)Work Location: In personReference ID: HK001