Domestic Assistant

Chartwells Independent; St Helens; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Domestic Assistants to join their team and make a significant impact in healthcare. This role is not just about cleaning; it's about ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff alike. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness across various hospital areas, contributing to infection control, and supporting the overall patient experience. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values diversity and empowers its members to thrive in their roles.

Qualifications

• Passion for patient care and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform high and low dusting, mopping, and scrubbing surfaces.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of all hospital areas.

Skills

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Cleaning Equipment

Job description

£12.08 per hour, 20 hours per week

Are you looking for a new challenge? For a rewarding job where you have the opportunity to make a real difference? Would you like to contribute to the greater good of the healthcare field? If so then we would love to hear from you!

A new opportunity has arisen for a Domestic Assistant to join the Medirest family. We are looking for new members to join our highly dedicated team, who deliver outstanding cleaning services for patients, visitors and staff of the hospital.

As a Domestic Assistant, you will play a vital role in infection control that is needed to keep the hospital operating and doing what it does best. Without the Domestic Assistants, the hospital wouldn't be able to deliver its lifechanging medical services. Believe us when we say, this isn't just any cleaning job; this is a cleaning job which will make a real difference.

Here's an idea of what your shift pattern will be:

• Mon: Evenings
• Tues: Evenings
• Weds: Evenings
• Thurs: Evenings
• Fri: Evenings
• Sat:
• Sun:

Your responsibilities will include:

• High and low dusting, mopping, wiping, and scrubbing surfaces.
• Cleaning of wards, side rooms, toilets, showers, infected, and public areas.
• Ensure rubbish bins are maintained and removed when full.
• Maintain high hospital standards by ensuring all areas are clean, presentable, and safe for visitors by following the required policies and procedures.
• Use equipment in accordance with the role following all Health & Safety guidelines.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Passion for patient care, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and healthcare staff.
• Able to work under pressure, individually and as part of a team with a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.
• Confidence working in a hospital environment and awareness that you may come in contact with patients who are particularly unwell or showing signs of distress.
• A willingness to learn and go the extra mile for our patients, regardless of prior experience as a Domestic Assistant.
• This position is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service check; costs met by the employer.

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient, and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security, and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive because diversity is our strength!