Domestic Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Staff discounts

Job summary

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust seeks a diligent cleaner to maintain clinical and public areas across hospital facilities.

You will perform ward, clinic and corridor cleaning, waste handling, and stock replenishment, following COSHH and infection control guidelines. The role includes varied shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends and bank holidays, in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness in clinical and public areas.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and SOPs.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control procedures relevant to healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Clean wards, clinics, offices, corridors, waiting areas and public spaces.
• Dust, mop, vacuum, and polish floors; clean toilets and sanitary areas.
• Empty waste bins and dispose of waste safely.
• Replenish supplies such as soap and towels; respond to spillages or emergencies.
• Use cleaning equipment and chemicals safely in line with COSHH policies.
• Report maintenance issues, hazards or accidents to supervisors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Hygiene and infection control

Reliability and punctuality

Job description

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleaning wards, clinics, offices, corridors, waiting areas, and public spaces.
• Dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing floors.
• Cleaning toilets, bathrooms, sinks, showers, and sanitary areas.
• Emptying domestic and clinical waste bins and disposing of waste safely.
• Replenishing supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet rolls.
• Carrying out deep-cleaning tasks and responding to spillages or emergency cleaning situations.
• Using cleaning equipment and chemicals safely in line with COSHH and infection prevention policies.
• Reporting maintenance issues, hazards, accidents, or concerns to supervisors.

Key Skills Required

• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Understanding of hygiene and infection control procedures.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a caring attitude towards patients and visitors.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Working Pattern

Various shifts patterns Am & PM Interview Date: W/C Monday 14th September

Shifts may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

Usually based in hospitals, health centres, clinics, or NHS offices.

The role involves standing, walking, bending, lifting, and manual handling throughout the day.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

For further information please contact: Supervisor on 01271 322352 or email [e-mail]

Benefits

• We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications.
• Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills.
• Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
• We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
• If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
• You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
• Salary is not the only financial benefit.
• You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
• You will also have access to other benefits including:
• • National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
  • Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
  • The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
  • Cycle to work scheme

Diversity and Inclusion

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.