Domestic Assistant B2

NHS Scotland; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme

Development opportunities

Enhanced pay for public holidays

NHS discounts

Confidential employee support and counselling

Job summary

NHS Scotland is seeking a Domestic Assistant to maintain safe, clean environments at Renton Integrated Healthy Living Centre. This part-time, permanent role provides a structured working pattern with flexibility. Responsibilities include delivering a high-quality cleaning service, managing waste, and using cleaning equipment safely.

Our benefits include a minimum of 27 days annual leave, NHS Pension Scheme membership, and enhanced pay for public holidays. We encourage applications from all sections of the community, promoting equality and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Follow instructions and work to set cleaning schedules.
• Good understanding of hygiene and infection control principles.
• Flexible approach in a busy healthcare environment.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training.

Responsibilities

• Provide a high-quality domestic cleaning service.
• Undertake cleaning duties including mopping and vacuuming.
• Manage and dispose of waste correctly.
• Replenish supplies such as soap and paper products.
• Follow infection control procedures.
• Safely use cleaning equipment and chemicals.

Skills

Ability to follow instructions

Understanding of hygiene and infection control

Flexible approach to duties

Ability to work independently

Desirable previous cleaning experience

Safe use of cleaning equipment

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

As a Domestic Assistant within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, you will support safe, clean and welcoming environments for patients, staff and visitors at Renton Integrated Healthy Living Centre. This part‑time, permanent position offers a structured working pattern with some flexibility required to meet service needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a high‑quality domestic cleaning service across clinical and non‑clinical areas.
• Undertake cleaning duties including mopping, vacuuming, dusting and cleaning sanitary areas.
• Ensure all waste is correctly managed and disposed of in line with procedures.
• Replenish supplies such as soap, paper products and other consumables.
• Follow infection control procedures and adhere to cleaning schedules at all times.
• Safely use cleaning equipment and chemicals in line with training and manufacturer guidance.
• Complete all required documentation and report any faults or issues to the supervisor.

Qualifications, Training and Experience

• Ability to follow instructions and work to set cleaning schedules.
• Good understanding of hygiene and infection control principles or willingness to learn.
• Flexible approach to duties and daily routines in a busy healthcare environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training, including COSHH, infection control and manual handling.
• Previous cleaning or domestic experience is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided.
• Ability to use cleaning equipment safely, including mechanical equipment where required.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays.
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme.
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses.
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays.
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services.
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies.

Equal Opportunity

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community and is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements and are a Forces Friendly Employer, opening the role to those with Armed Forces experience.