Domestic Assistant - Higher level

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Alnwick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Alnwick is seeking a Domestic Assistant to maintain high cleanliness standards across wards and departments. The role involves cleaning tasks, including floor maintenance and deep cleans, and requires a commitment to team efficiency and safety. Flexible shifts of 24 hours per week and training opportunities are provided. Join the team and make a significant impact in the NHS.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Making a difference in the NHS

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning standards and procedures preferred, but not essential.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Willingness to participate in relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Complete routine cleaning tasks including vacuuming and mopping.
• Perform deep cleans where necessary.
• Handle waste removal and ensure cleanliness of sanitary areas.
• Report any faults or issues to the supervisor.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Flexibility

Job description

A Vacancy at Northumbria Healthcare - NHFM (Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management).

We are looking for a friendly, flexible and conscientious person with a love of cleaning to join our small team of Domestic Assistants at Alnwick Infirmary.

This position is to work 24 hrs per week, usually as 4 x 6 hr shifts. Shifts worked are usually either 7am - 1pm or 1pm - 7pm and will include working a share of weekends and Bank Holidays. Other hours may also be available.

Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.

Quite simply, the NHS could not function without our Domestics! Every single service in the Trust relies on domestics to keep the place clean and safe for patients, visitors and staff. You’ll be part of a team striving to maintain the highest cleanliness standards in wards, departments, corridors and offices, and in doing so making a real difference to the NHS.

NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services. Carrying out facilities management for a state-of-the-art specialist emergency care hospital - The Northumbria, three general hospitals - North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham hospitals - and a number of smaller community hospitals and clinic sites, we cover one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country.

Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year. Visit our website www.nhfm.co.uk for more information about who we are and benefits of working for us.

Responsibilities

To complete a range of routine work procedures such as:

• Cleaning of floor areas as scheduled by means of vacuuming, mopping, buffing and spray cleaning.
• Undertake “deep cleans” in areas where infection is present
• Removal of rubbish including domestic and clinical waste from designated areas to disposal point.
• Cleaning of sanitary areas, toilet, sinks, shower cubicles and staff changing areas.
• Damp dusting of all surfaces, ledges, shelves, curtain rails.
• Cleaning of internal glass.
• Taking down and putting up of curtains.
• Scheduled cleaning of chairs.
• Scheduled cleaning of carpets.
• To wash walls (shoulder height) fitting and windows where required.
• Use all equipment and materials in a correct and safe manner.
• Report all faults queries or problems to the Ward Manager/Domestic Supervisor.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness in all work areas.
• Carry out any urgent spot cleaning and spillage.
• Participate in training programmes relevant to efficiency, fire drills, hygiene, the requirements of the health and safety at Work regulations and other courses as deemed necessary for the efficient working of the department.
• Any other duties as deemed appropriate.

This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Dec 2025