Hospital Domestic Assistant: Frontline Cleaning & Training

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking dedicated Domestic Assistants to join our team. You will clean wards, public and staff areas on a rotating roster, with full training provided on NHS cleaning standards.

The role is physically demanding, but you will be supported by a friendly, conscientious team focused on patient care. Joining us means contributing to a high‑quality environment across Lancashire and Cumbria, with opportunities to develop and learn within the Domestic service and

Qualifications

• Full training on NHS cleaning standards provided.
• No prior experience required.
• Role is physically demanding but supported by the team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cleaning duties in designated areas of the hospital.
• Communicate with Domestic Supervisor and colleagues about tasks and service needs.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities where required.
• Support maintenance tasks on floors and coverings as needed.
• Work as part of the Domestic team to ensure a safe, clean patient environment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Conscientiousness

Customer service

Education

NVQ or equivalent in cleaning/healthcare

Job description

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking dedicated Domestic Assistants to join our team. You will clean wards, public and staff areas on a rotating roster, with full training provided on NHS cleaning standards.

The role is physically demanding, but you will be supported by a friendly, conscientious team focused on patient care. Joining us means contributing to a high‑quality environment across Lancashire and Cumbria, with opportunities to develop and learn within the Domestic service and