Domestic Assistant

NHS; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Cleaner for Westhaven Hospital, England. This part-time position involves maintaining hygiene standards across clinical and non-clinical areas, working 15 hours per week from 4 PM to 7 PM, Monday through Friday. Applicants must have previous experience in similar roles and good communication skills. The role includes full training and pays an annual salary of £9,786. Further opportunities for extra hours may arise to cover staff absences.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Opportunities for additional hours

Full on-site training provided

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a similar role is essential.
• Knowledge of stock control procedures is required.
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to effectively perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Perform cleaning duties including vacuuming, mopping, and dusting.
• Work flexibly as part of a team.

Skills

Good communication skills

Basic IT skills

Education

Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards

Level 2 in Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or working towards

Job description

Job summary

There is an exciting opportunity for a Cleaner to support our services at Westhaven Hospital (and annual leave cover at other Weymouth Sites - Linden, CMHT and Bridges as required).

This post is 15 hours, Monday to Friday 1600-1900.

There may be an opportunity for additional hours to cover staff absence.

The successful candidate(s) 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 Function 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 above vacancies offer an opportunity to work extra hours as able – to cover sickness and staff holidays.

Good pay rates, 27 day annual leave per year to start plus Bank Holidays and weekend enhancements if required.

Referral incentive

Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash!

Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction! Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info!

Eligibility

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Job details

Date posted: 11 December 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 2

Salary: £9,786 a year p.a.

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part‑time

Reference number: 152-S082.25A

Job location

Westhaven Hospital

Radipole Lane

Weymouth

DT4 0QE

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training (Essential)

• Good communication skills
• Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards

Desirable

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

Experience (Essential)

• Previous experience in a similar role

Finance / Resources (Essential)

• Knowledge of stock control procedures and methods

Information Technology / Resources (Essential)

• Basic IT skills

Additional requirements (Essential)

• 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 details

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Westhaven Hospital

Radipole Lane

Weymouth

DT4 0QE

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us