Bank Domestic Assistant - Trustwide

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the United Kingdom is seeking reliable and motivated Domestics to maintain cleanliness in hospital and community settings. This role offers flexible hours, competitive pay rates, and opportunities for training. The successful applicant will be expected to manage cleaning tasks and support high standards of care. Ideal for those who prefer a variety of shifts and responsibilities in a healthcare environment.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Competitive pay rates

Paid annual leave

Pension scheme

Free uniform

Qualifications

• Must maintain high standards of cleanliness in hospital and community settings.
• Experience in cleaning methods preferred.
• Ability to follow health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness throughout designated work areas.
• Complete routine cleaning procedures effectively.
• Participate in training programs related to hygiene and health safety.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Reliable

Motivated

Flexible approach

Job description

Overview

A Vacancy at Northumbria Healthcare - NHCT Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management (NHFM) provides specialist project management, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services. Please note that NHFML is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will be an employee of the subsidiary and not the NHS. Please note the terms and conditions are closely aligned to that of the NHS.

We require reliable, enthusiastic and motivated Domestics to join our bank to work within our hospital and community sites.

Benefits

• Flexible hours; choose when and where you want to work
• Competitive pay rates; including enhanced pay for unsociable hours
• Paid annual leave
• Pension scheme
• A fast-track recruitment process if you move to a substantive role
• Opportunities to work in different wards and departments, including community, dental and specialist services
• Access to Services, such as those provided by our Staff Wellbeing Team
• Ability to book your shifts from home using our online portal
• Option to block-book shifts in a set period
• SMS notifications of shift availability
• Access to staff newsletters and bulletins
• Eligible for various local and national discounts which are available to NHS staff
• Free uniform, where applicable

Role and Areas

Our Domestics maintain the standard of cleanliness throughout our hospital, corporate and community settings by means of approved cleaning methods. The role is to support high standards of care to our patients. You will need to embrace our trust values, demonstrate excellent communication skills, and have a flexible approach to your work.

We particularly require bank Domestics who can cover shifts in the following areas:

• Alnwick
• Berwick
• Blyth
• Hexham
• North Tyneside General Hospital
• NSECH
• Wansbeck General Hospital

Shifts, Pay and Commitments

We have a variety of shifts across 7 days a week and there will be hours to suit all. Our expectation is that you pick up a minimum of two shifts per month. Our standard hourly pay is approx. £12.51. We offer hourly pay enhancements for shifts covered at night and over the weekends. This equates to approx. £17.63 per hour on a Saturday or any weekday between 8pm and 6am, or £22.90 per hour on a Sunday or public holiday.

Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management (NHFM) covers a large geographical area, providing safe and high-quality care in both hospital and community settings. The staff bank provides 24/7 service support.

DBS and Eligibility

Please note that it is a requirement of NHFML that all successful applicants pay for their own DBS certificate if a DBS check is required for the post. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first monthly pay.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the standard of cleanliness as specified throughout the designated work area by means of approved cleaning methods.
• Able to complete a range of routine work procedures such as cleaning of floor areas (vacuuming, mopping, buffing, spray cleaning).
• Undertake deep cleans in areas where infection is present.
• Removal of rubbish including domestic and clinical waste from designated areas to disposal point.
• Cleaning of sanitary areas, toilets, sinks, shower cubicles and staff changing areas.
• Damp dusting of all surfaces, ledges, shelves, curtain rails; cleaning of internal glass.
• Taking down and putting up of curtains; scheduled cleaning of chairs and carpets.
• Washing walls (shoulder height), fittings and windows where required.
• Using all equipment and materials in a correct and safe manner; reporting faults or problems to the Ward Manager/Domestic Supervisor.
• Carry out any urgent spot cleaning and spillage tasks as required.
• Participate in training programmes relevant to efficiency, fire drills, hygiene and health and safety regulations.
• Any other duties as deemed appropriate.

This advert closes on Monday 6 Oct 2025