Domestic Assistant

Transformation Unit; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Domestic Assistant to support hospital spaces, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors. The role operates Monday to Friday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, 15 hours per week, on site.

Experience in a domestic or public-facing setting is valued. The post includes training and benefits as part of NHS employment, with pro rata annual salary and opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• GCSE level education or equivalent experience.
• Basic Food Hygiene.
• NVQ level 1/2 in Cleaning Sciences or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitise floors, surfaces, and high-touch areas in patient rooms and communal spaces.
• Launder and replenish linens, including curtains, bed linen, and patient clothing.
• Maintain cleanliness of toilets, sinks, baths, and other high surfaces, plus carpets and internal glass.
• Manage waste disposal, replenish consumables, and monitor stock levels.
• Help with food service and ensure storage and care of cleaning equipment.
• Report faults, follow safety guidelines, and participate in required training (e.g., fire safety, manual handling).

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE or equivalent

NVQ 1/2 Cleaning Sciences

Job description

Main area Domestic Assistant Grade NHS AfC: Band 2 Contract Permanent Hours 15 hours per week (Part time - 15 hours per week, from 5.00pm to 8.00pm working Monday to Friday) Job ref 425-26-7977557

Employer Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust Town Sheffield Salary £25,272 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 04/09/2026 23:59

Domestic Assistant

NHS AfC: Band 2

Job overview

Part Time | Monday to Friday - (5pm - 8pm)

We're looking for Domestic Assistants to help keep our hospital spaces clean, fresh, and welcoming. You'll help ensure a safe and hygienic environment for patients, staff, and visitors by using modern cleaning methods and equipment across different areas including bathrooms, floors, carpets, and surfaces.

About You: You're someone who takes pride in creating clean, safe, and welcoming spaces. You'll have experience working in a domestic role or a public-facing environment, and you'll be detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a supportive team. You bring a positive attitude and a commitment to high standards.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Team Leader, your responsibilities will include:

Clean and sanitise floors, surfaces, and high-touch areas in patient rooms and communal spaces.

Launder and replenish linens, including curtains, bed linen, and patient clothing.

Maintain cleanliness of toilets, sinks, baths, and other high surfaces, plus carpets and internal glass.

Manage waste disposal, replenish consumables, and monitor stock levels.

Help with food service and ensure storage and care of cleaning equipment.

Report faults, follow safety guidelines, and participate in required training (e.g., fire safety, manual handling).

Working for our organisation

At Sheffield Children’s, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We’re proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England - and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire - in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence - to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we’re excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts - helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note: We do not offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 roles

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [e-mail]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person specification

Qualifications

• GCSE level education or functional skills, or equivalent experience
• Basic Food Hygiene
• NVQ level 1&2 in Cleaning Sciences or equivalent

Experience

• Experience working in a domestic role
• Experience working in a public facing environment

Knowledge & Experience

• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks appropriately
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and ensure accuracy

Employer certification / accreditation badges

The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.