Important Information

Location: Ratheane, Ratheane Private Nursing Home, 58 Mountsandel Road, Coleraine, Northern Ireland, BT52 1JF
Date Posted: 28th August 2025
Closing Date: 30th September 2025
Industry: Healthcare
Job Type: Casual
Salary: £12.32 Hourly

Relief Ancillary Assistant – Ratheane

Can you make a real difference in the lives of others?

At Macklin Care Homes, you will work as part of an award-winning team valued for your contribution, with opportunities for career development, and a friendly and rewarding working environment. If you are a compassionate person who cares with heart, we would love to hear from you.

Our residents are at the heart of our homes; we are inspired not only by their stories and experiences of years gone by but also by knowing we are making a real difference in their lives.

Ratheane Care Home (Coleraine) is currently recruiting for an Ancillary / Kitchen Assistant. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Working as part of the housekeeping & kitchen team, you will prepare nutritious meals for residents while gaining valuable experience in food preparation and kitchen operations. In housekeeping, you will maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the Care Home while adhering to health and safety guidelines.

About the role

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily cleaning tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, and sanitising.
• Ensure all rooms, common areas, bathrooms, and kitchens are cleaned to a high standard.
• Clean and disinfect high-touch areas, such as door handles, handrails, and light switches.
• Replenish supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and towels in designated areas.
• Follow infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
• Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely, following instructions and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the housekeeping department.
• Assisting in the preparation of meals as directed by the chef or kitchen supervisor.
• Preparing basic dishes such as salads, sandwiches, and soups.
• Ensuring meals are portioned appropriately and in accordance with dietary requirements (e.g., low-sodium, diabetic-friendly).
• Helping to serve meals to residents or in dining areas.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Following food safety guidelines, including proper food storage and labelling.

Ideal Candidate:

• Prior experience in a kitchen or housekeeping role, cleaning, or a similar role is preferred but not essential.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, tools, and products is an advantage.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holidays, as needed.
• Basic understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Company Benefits:

At Macklin Care Homes, we understand the hard work and dedication that our colleagues bring to their roles, and we are committed to rewarding their efforts with a comprehensive benefits package:

• Collaborating with an award-winning team with family values.
• Enjoy a fully paid induction programme to help you transition smoothly into your role.
• Access to a wide variety of training opportunities to support professional growth..
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme for mental health and well-being support.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and well-being initiatives, including team-building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform*.
• Incentives for employee referrals*.

*T&Cs will apply.

Ensure your CV is up to date, as this is required for the interview process.

Sponsorship for this role is not offered. Applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.

Interviews may take place before the job advertisement closes. Submit your application promptly as the role may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed. In addition, we also reserve the right to enhance the criteria at the shortlisting stage.

Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC.

An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post. If successful, please be aware that we do have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. As per the Access NI Code of Practice, Macklin Care Homes also has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents, along with the Access NI Code of Practice, are available upon request by contacting the HR Department.

It is Macklin Care Homes’ Policy that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to disclose all criminal convictions fully and accurately will lead to the withdrawal of a job offer.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve.

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

What you will need

Required criteria

• Ability to communicate with the elderly.
• Ability to work set hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the organisation.
• Be in good general medical health (medically fit).
• Demonstrate a good command of written and spoken English.
• Right to work and live in the UK.

Desired criteria

• Previous experience within housekeeping or a kitchen environment

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