Domestic Assistant

NHS National Services Scotland; Irvine; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A national healthcare service in Scotland is seeking a Domestic Assistant to perform cleaning duties at Ayrshire Central Hospital. The ideal candidate should be physically fit and possess good communication skills. Full training will be provided. This role is part-time, requiring 14.8 hours weekly, Monday to Friday, from 0600 AM to 0900 AM.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare setting is advantageous but not essential.
• Must be physically fit and understand cleanliness importance.

Responsibilities

• Undertake a variety of housekeeping/cleaning duties to a high standard.
• Work flexibly in various locations including Woodland View and Ayrshire Central Hospital.

Skills

Experience with industrial cleaning equipment

Good communication skills

Ability to work on own initiative

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.

Who we are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website – NHS Ayrshire & Arran – Home (nhsaaa.net) is provided here for reference.

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Domestic Assistant based at Ayrshire Central Hospital.

What you will do

Within the Domestic Services Department you will undertake a variety of housekeeping/cleaning duties which are carried out to a high standard.

For further information on the role please view the job description via the provided link.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job

Experience with industrial cleaning equipment or working within a healthcare setting, especially mental health areas, would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be given. The ability to work on both your own initiative and as part of a team and good communication skills are essential. Applicants should be physically fit, understand the importance of cleanliness in a healthcare environment and be flexible in regard to areas worked within Woodland View (Adult Mental Health wards) and Ayrshire Central Hospital and the North clinics where priorities can change due to staffing and activity.

Hours

14.8 hours per week Monday-Friday 0600am-0900am

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact [e-mail]

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR OVERSEAS CANDIDATES

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement to demonstrate that you have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

Essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

The Recruitment Team are unable to answer individual queries at application stage about this. Please use the information provided by the Boards for further guidance.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL CANDIDATES

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