Domestic Assistant

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card eligibility

27 days annual leave + holidays

Job summary

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is seeking Domestic Assistants to help keep Tunbridge Wells Hospital clean, comfortable and welcoming for patients and staff. Your role includes general cleaning and assisting with ward beverage rounds, with flexibility as a key requirement.

Full training will be provided; prior healthcare experience is helpful but not required. The Trust offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• General cleaning duties and maintaining hygienic environments.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive team.
• Strong communication and motivation to contribute to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning tasks to high hygiene standards across the hospital.
• Assist with beverage rounds on wards as required.
• Demonstrate flexibility and reliability in daily duties.

Skills

Cleaning

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Join Our Team of Domestic Assistants at Tunbridge Wells Hospital!

Do you take PRIDE in creating clean and hygienic environments? We are seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join our team of Domestic Assistants at Tunbridge Wells Hospital!

As a Domestic Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our facilities remain clean, comfortable, and inviting for both patients and staff. With a keen eye for detail and a strong sense of teamwork, you’ll help maintain the highest standards of hygiene throughout the hospital. Your duties will include general cleaning as well as assisting with beverage rounds on the wards, making flexibility key to the role.

We are looking for individuals with excellent communication skills who are well-motivated, hardworking, and ready to contribute as part of a supportive team. Previous experience in a healthcare setting is beneficial but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey.

We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre.

Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible.

Looking for flexible working?

We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Joining Us Includes a Comprehensive Benefits Package

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a employer contribution of 23.7% and life assurance benefits
• Blue Light card eligibility
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Rijo John & Rudolf Basit Job title: Domestic Manager Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 01892633070