Domestic Assistant | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Bury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent health service provider in Bury is seeking a Domestic Assistant to maintain cleanliness in wards and public areas. The role does not require formal qualifications, but candidates should complete NVQ Level 1 in cleaning. Responsibilities include various cleaning tasks and ensuring infection control policies are adhered to. The position offers flexible working hours and opportunities for personal development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Enhanced pay rates under Agenda for Change framework

Robust personal development opportunities

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• No formal entry requirements but NVQ Level 1 in cleaning may be required.
• Physical fitness is essential as the role involves being on feet for long periods.
• Completion of relevant training during induction.

Responsibilities

• Work according to a daily/weekly cleaning schedule.
• Ensure cleanliness in both clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Perform deep-cleaning operations as required.

Skills

Good communication skills

Caring and sensitive nature

Physical fitness

Knowledge of proper lifting techniques

Education

NVQ Level 1 in cleaning

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Mops

Electric floor cleaner

Job description

As a Domestic Assistant you will be responsible for keeping wards, offices, and public areas clean to a high standard. You will work as part of the domestic service team, as well as part of the wider community within the hospital setting.

Working Hours

There is typically a combination of part-time roles available, and you are more than likely to have a set shift pattern.

Current positions available:

• Monday - Friday (15 hours) 17:00-20:00.

Entry Requirements

There is no entry requirement to become a domestic assistant, however you maybe required to complete NVQ Level 1 in cleaning.

Training

When you start as a domestic you will attend an induction and all relevant training will be given.

Communication skills

You will need good communication skills as well as caring and sensitive nature.

Physical Fitness

There is a physical component to working as a domestic assistant as you may be on your feet for long periods of time. A combination of physical fitness and knowledge of proper lifting and manual handling techniques allows you to properly perform the full range of your duties.

Benefits

In return you will join a supportive team environment and be provided with robust personal development opportunities and an enhanced rate for your services in line with the Agenda for Change framework.

Domestic Assistant are responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleaning in line with infection prevention.

Responsibilities

You will work from a daily/weekly schedule in both clinical and non-clinical areas, making sure that the hospital is clean, and that patients have a pleasant and safe stay.

As a domestic assistant you`re likely to perform a range of duties that include:

• Cleaning patients or service user’s room/ward
• Cleaning toilets and bathroom areas
• Cleaning communal areas, such as lounges, dining areas and corridors
• Clean utility room
• Carry out deep‑cleaning operations in certain areas.
• Use the most appropriate cleaning equipment for the task, this may include vacuum cleaner, mops, or electric floor cleaner.
• Using cleaning products and other chemicals safely and effectively
• Keep up to date with safety procedures for example, fire procedures and escape routes and undertake appropriate workplace training.

Professional Duties

• Carrying out specific cleaning and other related duties to set procedures and standards.
• Ensure infection control policies are adhered to.
• Work as part of a team, using a degree of initiative to prioritise and organise the daily duties, whilst always maintaining a professional approach.
• Ensure the cleanliness of clinical and non‑clinical areas is maintained to the required standard.

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.

As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team.

In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work‑life balance.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

This advert closes on Wednesday 31 Dec 2025