Bank Domestic Assistant

NHS National Services Scotland; Inverness; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Domestic Assistant to join a dedicated Facilities Team at a new National Treatment Centre. In this role, you will ensure high cleaning standards across clinical and non-clinical areas, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment. The position is ideal for individuals who are flexible, committed, and have a positive attitude towards their work. Full training will be provided, making it suitable for those new to the healthcare sector. Join a supportive team that values care, compassion, and teamwork in delivering essential services.

Qualifications

• Previous experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.
• Must comply with the Code of Conduct throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of domestic services within Clinical and Non-Clinical Departments.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, health & safety, and infection control.

Skills

Flexibility

Commitment

Positive Attitude

Education

Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers

Job description

Job Opportunity: Domestic Assistant at NHS Scotland

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce, striving to eliminate unlawful discrimination. We aim for a workforce that is truly representative and where each employee feels respected and empowered to give their best. We welcome applications from all sections of society and foster a culture of inclusion across the organization.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Domestic Assistant to join our Facilities Team at the new National Treatment Centre (NTC).

You will be responsible for providing a range of domestic services within Clinical and Non-Clinical Departments throughout the NTC, ensuring compliance with quality standards, health & safety, infection control, and adhering to the National Cleaning Services Specification and other requirements set by the Facilities Management Team.

The post holders will report to the Facilities Supervisors at the NTC and will be responsible for ensuring all cleaning standards, procedures, and processes are followed. There may be occasions where you could be asked to work at Raigmore Hospital.

Previous experience is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided. You should be flexible, committed, and maintain a positive attitude towards your work. You will also need to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

For informal inquiries, please contact Susan Stewart, Facilities Support Manager, at 078904435583.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland cannot provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

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NHS Highland covers Highland and Argyll & Bute, an area of 12,500 square miles. We are committed to fostering a positive environment aligned with NHS and Social Care values: Care and Compassion, Dignity and Respect, Openness, Honesty and Responsibility, and Quality and Teamwork.

Note: NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours starting 1 April 2024, with no change in pay. This change will be applied pro-rata for part-time staff. You may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week temporarily until service rosters are adjusted. For questions, contact the recruiting team.