Domestic Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Domestic Assistant/Cleaner, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patient care. This part-time position offers a fixed-term contract with flexible hours, training opportunities, and a commitment to supporting the NHS. Enjoy generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and various employee support programs. Be part of a diverse team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community. If you’re passionate about cleanliness and making a difference, apply now!

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Training and career development opportunities

SMART Pension scheme with up to 6% company contribution

NHS retail discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

15 hours of paid volunteer time (pro-rata)

Support programs including Colleague Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience in a cleaning role preferred.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards in cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a clean environment for patient care following NHS standards.
• Perform various cleaning duties including vacuuming and sanitizing.

Skills

Cleaning Standards

Health and Safety Compliance

COSHH Regulations

Attention to Detail

Job description

Job Title: Domestic Assistant/Cleaner (Part-Time, Fixed Term)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a part-time, Domestic Assistant/Cleaner, to join our team based at Longton Health Clinic, Preston.

Please note this is a 3-month fixed-term contract.

Details:

• Hours of Work: 10 hours/week
• Rate: £12.36 per hour, Monday to Friday, 6am-8am
• Training will be provided

About the Role:

This role involves delivering a full cleaning service within NHS Property Services premises, following the NHS Property Services Domestic Services Operative Manual, scheduled times, policies, procedures, and detailed cleaning work schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure a clean environment for patient care, adhering to health and safety standards, NHS cleaning standards, COSHH regulations, PLACE audits, and NHS policies.
• Perform cleaning duties such as vacuuming, damp mopping, dusting, cleaning mirrors and glass, sanitizing sanitary ware, high dusting, floor maintenance, changing disposable curtains, and deep cleaning when necessary.
• Undertake legionella flushing and maintain records accordingly.
• Safely empty, clean, and transport waste bins to designated disposal areas.
• Follow NHS colour coding standards for cleaning tasks.

What We Offer:

• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Training and career development opportunities
• SMART Pension scheme with up to 6% company contribution
• NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme
• 15 hours of paid volunteer time (pro-rata)
• Support programs including Colleague Assistance

Our Values and Commitment:

We are passionate about giving back, supporting the NHS, and creating a sustainable, inclusive working environment. We celebrate diversity and aim to make a meaningful societal impact through responsible business practices.

We encourage all interested candidates to apply promptly, as we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

For more information, contact our Talent team at [email protected]

Take a virtual tour of our organization: https://www.property.nhs.uk/contact/