Domestic Assistant

NHS National Services Scotland; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Domestic Assistant to join their team at The Balfour. This part-time role involves maintaining cleanliness and safety in line with NHS standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, with prior cleaning experience being advantageous. Comprehensive training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a meaningful impact on community health and wellbeing. Join a collaborative team and contribute to a vital service in your community!

Qualifications

• Prior cleaning experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Ensure the facility meets the highest standards of cleanliness.

Skills

Cleaning Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Confidentiality

Job description

Domestic Assistant
The Balfour
Band 2 £26,234 - £28,350 (£13.60 - £14.69) including Distant Islands Allowance pro rata per annum
Part Time 30 hours per week
Permanent

Are you passionate about creating safe and spotless spaces? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated individual to join our team at The Balfour, helping to maintain a clean and safe working environment in line with the NHS National Cleaning Specification.

As a key member of our Domestic Services team at The Balfour, you will play a vital role in ensuring our facility meets the highest standards of cleanliness.

We’re looking for candidates with prior cleaning experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality are essential for this role.

While experience in a healthcare setting, as well as COSHH and Infection Control training are advantageous, they are not mandatory – comprehensive training will be provided.

Join us in making a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of our community!

If you would like further information about these posts please contact Michelle Grieve, Domestic and Laundry Team Lead, Balfour Hospital, Kirkwall, Tel [phone] or email [e-mail]

This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland record check.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Heath and Care Worker visa. NHS Orkney (NHSO) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Interview Date: Wednesday 4th of June 2025