Kerry Mental Health Services is seeking a dedicated Domestic Assistant to join its General Support team. This role plays a vital part in maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive environment for service users, staff, and visitors across mental health facilities in County Kerry.
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This opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and offers stable, long-term employment within the public health service.
Key Responsibilities
• Carry out cleaning duties in accordance with hygiene and infection control standards
• Maintain cleanliness of wards, offices, communal areas, and sanitary facilities
• Safely handle and store cleaning materials and equipment
• Follow health and safety policies and procedures at all times
• Work collaboratively with housekeeping and healthcare teams
• Report maintenance or safety issues to the supervisor
• Support a respectful and therapeutic care environment
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good understanding of cleanliness and hygiene standards
• Reliability, flexibility, and strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and procedures
• Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade: Domestic 4110 (General Support)
• Salary: In line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales (1 August 2025)
• Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime and Specified Purpose Wholetime
• Benefits include public service pension, annual leave, paid sick leave, and access to training and development
Location & Employer Information
• Location: Kerry Mental Health Services, County Kerry
• Health Region: HSE South West
• Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE)
• Recruiter: HSE South West – Kerry and Cork
This role is based within mental health services and contributes directly to high-quality patient care environments.
Application Details
• Reference Number: SWPCC89908
• Applicants must download and complete the official application form
• Job Specification, Applicant Information Document, and Application Form are available via the official listing
• For technical issues with applications, contact: [email protected]
• Informal enquiries:
Sheila McCarthy, Housekeeping Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 087 977 3864
Last Day to Apply: 19 January 2026 at 12:00
