223998 R1 Domestic Assistant

NHS Scotland; Haddington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Haddington is looking for a responsible individual to provide domestic services within hospitals and health centres. The role requires adherence to quality standards and health regulations. Working hours are part-time on weekends, ensuring a flexible schedule. It's essential to be adaptable and compliant with health specifications. Interested candidates should contact John Donaldson at the provided email for more details.

Qualifications

• Responsible for ensuring compliance with quality standards.
• Understanding of Health & Safety regulations.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide domestic services within Clinical / Non-Clinical Departments.
• Ensure compliance with Audit Scotland requirements.
• Follow National Cleaning Services Specification.

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

Please note: We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please ensure you complete and submit your application early.

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement to demonstrate relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on NHS Scotland Boards' responsibilities and your own can be found in the vacancy details.

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than currently. If the role is classified as a "regulated role," your appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Any changes to current requirements will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details, visit: Changes to our services - Disclosure Scotland.

The purpose of this post: Responsible for providing various domestic services within Clinical / Non-Clinical Departments across Hospitals and Health Centres, ensuring compliance with quality standards, Health & Safety, infection control, Audit Scotland, HAI task force requirements, and the National Cleaning Services Specification.

Shift pattern: Saturday & Sunday – 16:30-20:00 hrs.

Please note: As this is a part-time role, the salary will be pro-rata.

For more information about the role and the skills/experience required, please refer to the job description and person specification linked below. If you have any questions after reviewing these, contact:

NAME: John Donaldson

E-MAIL: [e-mail]