Multi Task Attendant

Multi Task Attendants

Full Time & Part Time

Horizons is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic Multi Task Attendants to join our growing team.

Salary: The 9-point salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025 :

€35,788, €37,252, €38,79, €39,204, €40,211, €41,082, €42,336, €43,636 €44,984

New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.

Key Duties Include:

• Attending to housekeeping, catering, laundry or general duties as assigned by Line Manager
• Assist and support residents where applicable
• Respect residents and their families showing dignity, courtesy and professionalism at all times
• Act as an advocate for Residents, as appropriate
• Assist in the provision of a quality service and work in line with national and locally devised policies and regulations
• Maintain the confidentiality of all information made available to him / her during the course of his / her work
• Maintain a strict code of personal and general hygiene in the work place as per work schedules and existing policies and procedures
• Carry out assigned and delegated responsibilities involving indirect care and activities of daily living under supervision
• When directed be responsible for the preparation and serving of food in line with national and local policies and standards
• Report any equipment faults to person in charge and ensure all equipment is stored safely
• Be responsible for undertaking hygiene and environmental duties to required standards in all designated areas and maintain appropriate documentation in line with national and local policiees and regulations as relevant to the role
• Prepare and cook meals / snacks in line with residents’ preferences
• Be responsible for undertaking Catering Duties including the distribution of meals as assigned and associated environmental and hygiene duties in compliance with local and national relevant standards.
• Ensure work practice is in line with all hygiene and Health and Safety procedures, including Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) guidelines
• Working as part of a team to deliver high-quality care in line with individual support plans
• Ensuring dignity, respect and inclusion for residents at all times

Eligibility Criteria

Qualifications and/ or experience

1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc.

(a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition:

(i) Possess the relevant QQI Further Education and Training (FET) Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills

Or

(ii) FETAC Level 5 Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support

Or

(iii) A relevant Healthcare qualification

Or

(iv) Be currently employed as an Attendant, Multi-Task or a comparable role and be willing to undertake a QQI/FET Level 5 programme in Health Service Skills or equivalent.

And

(b) Candidates must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role.

2. Health

A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

3. Character

Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character

What we offer:

• Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A flexible and supportive work environment
• Research opportunities will be supported when in line with Horizons vision, mission and goals
• Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Onsite parking
• An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives

Completed application forms must be returned no later than Friday 7th November 2025.

Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application.

A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future temporary or permanent full time or part time Multi Task Attendant positions that may arise across Horizons. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.

Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie