Hospital Domestic Assistant — Make a Real Difference

Medirest; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Medirest, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking a Domestic Assistant to join a hospital cleaning team in Cambridge. The role supports infection control and patient care across wards and public areas, with a 33.75 hour week and a pay of £12.92 per hour.

Shifts are Mon-Fri in full-time days. Prior Domestic Assistant experience isn't required—pride in the work and willingness to learn are valued. DBS checks are funded by the employer.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications stated.

Responsibilities

• High and low dusting, mopping, wiping and scrubbing surfaces.
• Cleaning of wards, side rooms, toilets, showers, infected and public areas.
• Ensure rubbish bins are maintained and removed when full.
• Maintain high hospital standards by ensuring all areas are clean, presentable and safe for visitors by following the required policies and procedures.
• Use equipment in accordance with the role following all Health & Safety guidelines.
• Passionate about patient care, with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and healthcare staff.
• Able to work under pressure, individually and as part of a team with a flexible approach to meet the needs of the business.
• Confident working in a hospital environment and aware at times you will come in contact with patients that are particularly unwell or showing signs of distress.
• It doesn't matter if you've never worked as a Domestic Assistant before. What does matter to us the most, is taking pride in what you do and a willingness to learn and go the extra mile for our patients.
• This position is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service check; costs met by the employer.

Job description

Medirest, part of Compass Group UK&I, is seeking a Domestic Assistant to join a hospital cleaning team in Cambridge. The role supports infection control and patient care across wards and public areas, with a 33.75 hour week and a pay of £12.92 per hour.

Shifts are Mon-Fri in full-time days. Prior Domestic Assistant experience isn't required—pride in the work and willingness to learn are valued. DBS checks are funded by the employer.