Domestic Assistant - Mobile

The Methodist Church in Britain; Stockport; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

Smarter Working Policy

Training and development

SMART Pension

Flexible benefits

Colleague Assistance Programme

Job summary

NHS Property Services is seeking a Domestic Assistant (Mobile) to cover multiple NHS sites. You will keep healthcare environments clean and safe to NHS National Cleaning Standards, including legionella flushing, waste handling and COSHH compliance.

The role is 12 months fixed-term with split shifts on weekdays, and you must have your own vehicle with a full UK driving licence. Training and development opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Good attention to detail.
• Awareness of health, safety and infection prevention, or willingness to learn.
• Commitment to excellent service and supporting patient care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure healthcare environments meet NHS National Cleaning Standards.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across healthcare facilities.
• Carry out legionella flushing procedures and record activity accurately.
• Safely handle and dispose of waste.
• Use and maintain cleaning equipment, including vacuums, floor machines and steam cleaners.
• Ensure compliance with COSHH requirements.
• Report equipment faults through NHSPS systems.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and consumables.
• Support a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.

Skills

Independent working

Time management

Attention to detail

Health and infection prevention

Job description

Domestic Assistant (Mobile) post in the Delivery Frontline team at NHS Property Services, covering several NHS sites and moving between them as needed. The work is keeping healthcare environments clean and safe to NHS National Cleaning Standards, including legionella flushing, waste handling and COSHH compliance. It is a 12-month fixed-term role with split shifts on weekdays, early morning and late afternoon into evening, and it needs your own vehicle. A full UK driving licence is essential.

What the job involves

• Ensure healthcare environments meet NHS National Cleaning Standards
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across healthcare facilities
• Carry out legionella flushing procedures and record activity accurately
• Safely handle and dispose of waste
• Use and maintain cleaning equipment, including vacuums, floor machines and steam cleaners
• Ensure compliance with COSHH requirements
• Report equipment faults through NHSPS systems
• Replenish cleaning supplies and consumables
• Support a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and colleagues

What’s required

Skills & knowledge

• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Good attention to detail
• Awareness of health, safety and infection prevention, or willingness to learn
• Commitment to excellent service and supporting patient care

Checks & eligibility

• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Access to a vehicle for travel between sites

Other

• Flexibility to work a split shift Monday to Friday, 0500-0800 and 1430-1900

Nice to have

• Previous cleaning, domestic, housekeeping or facilities experience

What’s offered

• 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
• Smarter Working Policy allowing choice of where and how you work
• Training and development through the Professional Excellence Framework
• SMART Pension with employer contribution of up to 6%
• Flexible benefits including NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Colleague Assistance Programme