Domestic Assistant

NHS; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local healthcare organization is seeking a Domestic Assistant to maintain cleanliness at Yeatman Hospital. The role involves working 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 5pm to 9pm, ensuring high standards of cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas. Candidates must have knowledge of COSHH, previous experience, and the ability to communicate effectively. Full training and PPE are provided, along with support for DBS checks required for employment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Assist Facilities Manager in cleanliness standards.

Skills

Knowledge of COSHH

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Basic IT skills

Education

Level 2 in Housekeeping

Job description

Domestic Assistant

The closing date is 04 January 2026

There is an exciting opportunity for a Cleaner to support our services at Yeatman Hospital.

This post is 20 hours per week.

Monday to Friday 5pm to 9pm.

The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving a high standard of cleanliness in a clinical ward based environment and also non‑clinical areas throughout the main hospital, ensuring that a clean, safe and comfortable environment is maintained. Full on‑site training is provided and PPE provision is also included.

Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Main duties of the job

To support the Facilities Manager in their role and to ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the Trust is implemented and maintained.

Main duties will include vacuuming, mopping, general cleaning/damp dusting, cleaning bathrooms, toilets, emptying bins, use of mechanical floor cleaning machines.

This role involves working as a team, with a flexible approach, good communication skills and the ability to use your own initiative.

The post offers an opportunity to work extra hours as able – to cover sickness and staff holidays.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward‑looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ’outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000‑strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We’re all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16‑30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact [e-mail].

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

• Knowledge of COSHH, induction and on‑going training
• Level 2 in Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or working towards
• Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards

Experience

• Previous experience in a similar role

Finance / Resources

• Knowledge of stock control procedures and methods
• Basic IT skills

Additional requirements

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust