Domestic Assistant - GGH

Uhleicester; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking a Domestic Assistant for the Glenfield Hospital (GGH) to support the Estates & Facilities Domestic Team. You will perform cleaning tasks in designated areas, adhere to infection control policies and work within a busy hospital environment.

The role requires good English, the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, and a flexible approach to meet service needs.

Qualifications

• Ability to carry out cleaning tasks in designated areas following Trust policies and procedures.
• NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent recommended.
• Solid written and spoken English required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning tasks within prescribed schedules for designated areas.
• Adhere to Infection Control and COSHH policies.
• Ensure cleaning equipment is cleaned, stored and used safely.
• Follow Trust colour coding to prevent cross infection.
• Dispose of waste in line with regulations and Trust policies.
• Report equipment faults or incidents to the Domestic Team Leader.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in wards and regenerator areas.
• Carry out other duties as reasonably required.

Skills

Teamwork

English language

Initiative

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services and Customer Care

Job description

Go back University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Domestic Assistant - GGH

The closing date is 22 October 2026

We are looking for highly motivated individuals capable of working as a team member or on their own initiative to join our Estates & Facilities Domestic Team providing an effective and efficient service for the Glenfield Hospital, you must have a professional and logical approach to your work.

Previous experience within a confidential/hospital environment or similar role is preferred.

A good standard of the English language both written and oral communication is essential.

You will be required to work 18:00-22:00 Monday to Friday but will required to be flexible depending on the needs of the service.

In house training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

The role of Domestic Assistant is a multi-skilled involves cleaning duties within designated patient/non-patient areas within the Trust

• Display a high standard of personal hygiene and presentation and demonstrate good hygiene practices.
• Observe confidentiality of patients and employing trusts business at all times.
• Communicate and liaise effectively with Work Colleagues, Managers and with Clinical Teams accordance with Trust values.
• Working flexibly within the Domestic Team.
• Working as part of a team.
• Having and maintaining good relationships and communication with Clinical Services working together to provide a high quality service.

About us

We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centers.

Our team is made up of more than 14,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.

Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:

• We are Compassionate
• We are Proud
• We are Inclusive
• We are one team

Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Job responsibilities

• To carry out cleaning tasks, both specific and generic, within prescribed work schedules for designated areas, in line with Trust policies and procedures.
• To adhere to Trust Infection Control Prevention and Control of Substances Hazard to Health.
• (COSHH) policies in carrying out cleaning tasks.
• Ensuring that Domestic trolley and other cleaning equipment are cleaned after use and stored appropriately.
• To adhere to the Trust colour coding system to prevent cross infection.
• Ensuring the correct and economical use of materials, and cleaning chemicals in line with above relevant policies i.e. COSHH always seeking advice from Domestic Team Leader if in any doubt.
• Cleaning Cupboard Doors are locked when unattended and that all cleaning products are stored appropriately and securely.
• To remove & dispose of cardboard, household and clinical waste following adhering to Waste regulations and Trust policies & procedures.
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned after use and stored securely.
• Report to your Domestic Team Leader any mechanical defects and any equipment in need of repair and any mishaps or untoward incidents.
• Able to clean and disinfect areas after body fluid spillages in non-clinical areas after training.
• Responsibility for the ward kitchen/regeneration area ensuring high standards of cleanliness are maintained.
• Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested.

Experience

• Able to carry out instructions and duties as detailed in the job Description.
• To achieve within 3 years NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in cleaning and support services and customer care
• Previous experience of working within a Healthcare environment.
• NVQ Level 2(or equivalent) in Cleaning and support services and Customer Care

Communication and relationship skills

• Have a good standard of the English language and both written and oral communication skills
• Must be able to provide menu information/guidance to ward teams.
• Provide and receive routine information orally, in writing or to work colleagues.
• Ability to work as a team member or on own initiative.

Skills

• Understanding of a range of routine work processes, requiring a combination of on-the-job training and a period of induction.
• Adhere to policies and procedures
• Is able to propose improvements to working practises within own work area.

Planning and organisation skills

• Planning and organisation of daily/weekly work tasks/activities.
• Is guided by standard operating procedures (SOP) and good practice.
• Understands what standards are to be achieved

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Other requirements specific to the role

• Able to work in a busy environment.
• Working to deadlines safely in a care environment
• Working in sometimes cold and wet conditions
• Required to work in an unpredictable and demanding environment requiring concentration when undertaking work tasks
• Flexible approach to working practices

Training & Qualifications

• Must be able to attend Trust induction and any relevant training that is required for this position.

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust