Domestic Assistant - LRI

Uhleicester; Leicester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking 20 part-time Domestic Assistants to join the team at Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, and Glenfield Hospital. Roles involve cleaning duties in patient and non-patient areas, with flexible shifts Mon-Fri AM or PM.

Candidates should have prior cleaning experience and be able to work as part of a team, following Trust policies, with full training provided. Some full-time positions may be available.

Qualifications

• Able to follow instructions and duties as detailed in the job description.
• Aiming to achieve NVQ Level 2 in cleaning and support services within 3 years.
• Previous experience in a healthcare environment.
• Previous cleaning experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning tasks, specific and generic, within prescribed schedules.
• Adhere to infection control and COSHH policies in cleaning tasks.
• Ensure the domestic trolley and equipment are cleaned and stored properly.
• Adhere to the Trust colour coding to prevent cross infection.
• Use materials and cleaning chemicals safely and economically; seek advice when needed.
• Keep cleaning cupboards secure when unattended.
• Dispose of cardboard, household and clinical waste per regulations and policies.
• Report defects or incidents to the Domestic Team Leader.
• Clean and disinfect areas after body fluid spillages (after training).

Skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

NVQ Level 2 in cleaning and support services

Job description

Go back University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust

Domestic Assistant - LRI

The closing date is 22 October 2026

We are looking for 20x Part time Domestic Assistants that will be required to work Monday to Friday AM or PM. We have limited full time vacancies available.

You may be required to work in other designated locations of theTrust as well as your primary base. In particular, flexibility isrequired across the three main hospital sites (Leicester RoyalInfirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield Hospital). Ifyour initial location is one of these sites excess travelreimbursement would not apply for a permanent or temporarychange of base.

Main duties of the job

The role of Domestic Assistant is a multi-skilled role which involves cleaning duties within designated patient and non-patient areas within the Trust.The post holder will maintain good working relationships with;o Work colleagues throughout the Trusto Domestic Team Leaderso Domestic and Facilities managerso Ward and department clinical teamso Patients and the general public

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

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 the 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 secure/locked when unattended
• To remove & dispose of cardboard, household and clinical waste following adherence to waste regulations and Trust policies and procedures.
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned after use and stored securely. Ensure all cleaning products are 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)

Person Specification

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.
• Previous cleaning experience.

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

Planning and organisation skills

• Planning and organisation of daily/weekly work tasks/activities.
• 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
• Required to work in an unpredictable and demanding environment requiring concentration when undertaking work tasks
• Flexible approach to working practices

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

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

Training & Qualifications

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

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