Employer: Health Service Executive
Location: St. Raphael’s Centre, Youghal
Reference: SWPCC90190
Contract Type: Permanent, Whole-Time
Category: General Support
Recruiting Area: HSE South West (Kerry and Cork)
Advertisement Type: External (Open to HSE & Non-HSE applicants)
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Job Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Domestic Assistant to join St. Raphael’s Centre in Youghal, supporting disability services within HSE South West. This permanent whole-time role plays a vital part in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for service users, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across residential and communal areas
• Carry out routine and deep cleaning duties in line with infection control policies
• Ensure safe handling and storage of cleaning materials
• Support a comfortable and hygienic environment for service users
• Adhere to HSE health, safety, and hygiene standards
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team
• Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and risk assessments
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Experience in a domestic, cleaning, or support services role (desirable)
• Knowledge of hygiene and infection prevention standards (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Commitment to person-centred care and respect for service users
• Flexibility to meet service needs
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade: Domestic 4110 (General Support)
• Salary: In line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales (effective 1 August 2025)
• Benefits:
• Public service pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement under HSE terms
• Job security with a permanent whole-time contract
• Training and development opportunities
• Working Hours: As per service requirements and rostered duties
(Salary and conditions are governed by Department of Health consolidated pay scales.)
Location & Employer Information
St. Raphael’s Centre is a specialist disability service located in Youghal, Co. Cork, operating within HSE South West. The centre provides essential supports in a respectful, inclusive, and person-centred environment, contributing to the wellbeing and independence of service users.
Application Details
Applicants must download, save, and carefully read the following documents before applying:
• Job Specification
• Applicant Information Document
• Official Application Form
All documents are available at the bottom of the official advertisement.
For technical issues with submitting the application form, contact:
Email: [email protected]
Informal Enquiries:
Susan Wall, Director of Services, St. Raphael’s Centre, Youghal
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 087 249 7824
Last Day to Apply: 19 January 2026 at 12:00 PM
