Household Attendant Residential Service

Post: Household Attendant

Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (15 hours per week)

Location: Rathmore Residential Service

Roster: Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 12.00

*Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the operational requirements of the service*

The Role:

• The Household Attendant is an integral part of the team and flexibility is essential for the role as priorities and duties can change to meet the needs of residents. As a key team player, the Household Attendant will be responsible for the delivery of an efficient, effective and high quality cleaning service to meet the centre’s requirements.
• Ensure cleaning is in accordance with the centre’s standards.
• Ensure the provision of a consistently high service within the centre that is satisfactory to management and residents.
• Ensure that hygiene standards are maintained within the centre along with maintaining a high level of cleanliness within the designated areas, complimentary with cleaning schedules.

Essential Criteria:

• Ability to discharge the duties of the post satisfactorily.
• Demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation e.g. Health and Safety, Infection Control, HACCP.
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service.
• Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain relationships including the ability to work effectively.
• Applicants must have the necessary authorisation to work in Ireland and will be asked to provide supporting documentation during the recruitment process.

Desirable Criteria:

• Applicants must hold a full driver’s licence, have proven driving experience, and be willing to drive Association vehicles. Regarding use of own vehicle for work purposes, applicants must ensure it is roadworthy and covered by valid business insurance (or be willing to obtain business use insurance).
• Experience in a similar role desirable.

Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking, Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training.

(A panel may be formed from which future vacancies in the Rathmore Residential Service may be filled up to the 31st of March 2026).

Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer