Domestic Assistant

Serco Limited; Scotland; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in the UK is seeking a Domestic Assistant to maintain hygiene standards in a healthcare setting. The role requires skills in general cleaning and communication. The successful candidate will offer support to patients and staff while adhering to Health and Safety protocols. The position includes a competitive salary, benefits, and a commitment to your professional development.

Benefits

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on cinema and mobile phone plans

Professional and personal development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to lift water filled buckets
• Completing mandatory training like manual handling and fire safety
• Full knowledge of Health and Safety requirements

Responsibilities

• Maintain a hygienic and clean environment for patients and staff
• Present domestic cleaning service according to specifications
• Participate as a full member of the team

Skills

General cleaning

Operating machinery

Good communication skills

Good customer care skills

Education

Basic skills training

Job description

Domestic Assistant

Langlands Hospital, Glasgow, G51 4TF

35 hours per week. 10 hour shifts, 4 on, 3 off.

Salary £25,694.00 per annum plus Serco benefits.

Main Purpose

The post holder will contribute and organise the maintenance of a hygienic and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors to ensure the highest standards are met at all times.

Main Accountabilities

Present a domestic cleaning service to patients and staff within the Board as defined in Service Level Specifications and Standard Operating Procedures.

Clean to a hygienic standard following work procedures that incorporate all quality standards laid down by the client or Serco and Environment Audits.

Clean floors, work surfaces, furnishings, and related equipment manually and by use of machines, understanding, and adhering to work schedules and Standard Operating Procedures.

Empty, dispose and replace clinical and domestic waste as directed and ensure that waste is disposed of correctly.

Ensure that all equipment and materials required to perform all cleaning tasks are maintained in a hygienic and safe condition and any deviation in store levels or suitability of equipment is reported to the Domestic Supervisor for action.

Ensure that high personal hygiene and infection control standards are maintained in relation to personal tasks.

Ensure that all work is carried out in line with Health and Safety, Quality and Serco and Trust policies and procedures.

Participate as a full member of the team, e.g. supporting and training other staff, participating in team meetings, working flexibly as required to cover other members of the team.

Undertake other ad hoc duties as prescribed by manager and within scope of skill and capability.

What you will need for the role

General cleaning, operating machinery, lifting water filled buckets.

Basic skills training, including accreditation by British Institute of Cleaning Science.

Full knowledge of Serco and Board working practices and procedures and Health and Safety requirements.

Good communication skills, e.g. communicating with colleagues and supervisors, Board staff and patients where necessary.

Good customer care skills, e.g. for communicating with Board staff and patients.

Completing of mandatory training, e.g. manual handling/risk assessment/fire safety training - Must be flexible and adaptable.

Being able to balance conflicting priorities within the given time.

Maintain level of general awareness during working day.

What we offer

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, and more.

Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.

A fantastic culture and supportive team where you'll get the chance to make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.

Company discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.

Interesting and enjoyable work.

Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities to expand your capabilities.