Domestic Assistant

NHS Professionals; Uckfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing organization is seeking a Domestic Assistant for Uckfield Community Hospital. You'll ensure a clean, safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to strict infection control protocols. This role offers flexible shift patterns suitable for various lifestyles. Ideal candidates possess strong communication skills and a commitment to cleanliness. Join us for competitive pay, training opportunities, and a chance to contribute positively to your community.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Essential support available 24/7

Multi-locational opportunities

Convenient shift management access

Access to training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in a domestic or similar role is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of clinical areas.
• Operate cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Communicate effectively with staff, colleagues, and patients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure

Knowledge of COSHH and health and safety protocols

Job description

Domestic Assistant – Uckfield Community Hospital

Job Title: Domestic Assistant
Shifts: Working ad hoc shifts through the NHS Professionals Bank, multiple shift patterns on offer (7:00am – 9:00pm)
Location: Uckfield Community Hospital – TN22 5AW
Pay Rate: £12.51

Are you ready to make a difference, one spotless space at a time? We're always on the lookout for Domestic Assistants to join the NHS Professionals bank and join a pool of elite, experienced workers who can provide invaluable support across our multiple UK NHS Properties, contributing positively to their local community in a role they can take pride in.

Whether you're balancing studies, family commitments, or simply crave variety in your career, this role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and fulfilment, without sacrificing opportunity! Enjoy the freedom to shape your career on your terms, gaining invaluable experience while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

About the Role

As a Domestic Assistant, you'll be the cornerstone of cleanliness, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for patients, staff, and visitors. With meticulous attention to detail and strict adherence to infection control protocols, you'll leave our facilities gleaming and pristine.

Responsibilities

• As part of the infection control team, the cleanliness and sanitation of clinical areas to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Operating cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Communicate effectively with departmental staff, colleagues, line managers and patients.

Skills & Experience

• Strong communication skills coupled with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Capable of working to deadlines and under pressure.
• Experience in a domestic or similar role is preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of COSSH and health and safety protocols.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rates: Work this week and get paid the following week.
• Essential support available 24/7, 365 days a year: Call us anytime you need assistance.
• Multi-locational opportunities: Work across neighbouring Trusts.
• Convenient shift and timesheet management: Access your "My Bank" shift portal from anywhere, anytime, via smartphone or online.
• Access to training and development opportunities: Stay updated with essential skills and more.

Who are NHS Professionals?

We specialise in putting people in place to care. Each year, we assist thousands of dedicated candidates and highly skilled workers in accessing better career prospects, more shifts, and a healthier work-life balance, thereby empowering our members with increased choice and control.

We advocate strongly for the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion agenda, encouraging suitably qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Joining us offers the chance to work flexible Bank shifts across different client Trusts in England, enabling professional development and experience in various wards or areas.

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