Rapid Response Domestic Assistant- Hillingdon/Mount Vernon

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in London is seeking a Part-Time Domestic Assistant. This role involves providing vital cleaning services across hospital sites, requiring effective communication and knowledge of cleaning techniques. Applicants should possess basic education and a year of experience in cleaning. The position offers flexible shifts, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning and/or food handling procedures for 12 months or more.
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must be physically fit and able to push trolleys and move light furniture.

Responsibilities

• Provide deep cleaning service to vacated patient beds.
• Ensure cleaning of external grounds on a rota basis.
• Work flexible shifts including some weekend work.

Skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of cleaning procedures

Ability to use cleaning equipment

Physical fitness

Education

Basic Education

Tools

Cleaning chemicals

Vacuum cleaners

Job description

Job summary

Facilities Department

The Hillingdon Hospital & Mount Vernon Hospital

Part-Time Domestic Assistant

35 hours per week

The shift pattern covers five shifts per week and covers Monday to Sunday.

An element of weekend working will be required

At Hillingdon Hospital, our vision is to be the best general hospital in the country and to put compassionate care, safety and quality at the heart of everything we do. We are clear that our Vision can only be achieved by our staff who are our most valuable asset.

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Trust comprises of the Hillingdon and Mount Vernon Hospitals.

Please note that this vacancy may close early due to the amount of applications the vacancy receive.

Main duties of the job

Our facilities department provide a range of vital support services across the Hospital including cleaning, portering and housekeeping 24/7. We are now recruiting Rapid response domestic assistants to join our friendly and professional team at The Hillingdon Hospital NHS trust, working across both sites.

The rapid response team provide a deep cleaning service to vacated patient beds across the site. There is a requirement in some cases to wear full PPE. You will also be required to facilitate the cleaning of the external grounds on a rota

The ability to work flexibly and complete a range of shifts is essential. Typically, the shifts are 0600-1330, 0900-1630, 1100-1830, 1400-2200 and occasionally to complete a night shift i.e. 2200-0600.

About us

The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services, including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics, and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit, and outpatient clinics.

The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.

We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.

Details Date posted

31 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£29,179 a year Per annum pro rata (inclusive of HCAA)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

394-Corp-7260955DT-A

Job locations

Mount Vernon Hospital

Rickmansworth Road

Northwood

HA6 2RN

Job description Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.

Person Specification Education Essential

• Basic Education

Desirable

• Training or Knowledge of Infection Control

Experience Essential

• Knowledge of cleaning and/or food handling procedures for 12 months or more

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Skills Essential

• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients,staff and visitors.
• Able to understand the needs to work safely at all times.

Other requirements Essential

• Able to effectively use cleaning chemicals & equipment eg vacuum cleaners,polishers,mops etc.
• Physically fit able to push trolleys,pull out beds,move light furniture to facilitate cleaning.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of using electrical floor cleaning equipment.

Person Specification Education Essential

• Basic Education

Desirable

• Training or Knowledge of Infection Control

Experience Essential

• Knowledge of cleaning and/or food handling procedures for 12 months or more

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Skills Essential

• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients,staff and visitors.
• Able to understand the needs to work safely at all times.

Other requirements Essential

• Able to effectively use cleaning chemicals & equipment eg vacuum cleaners,polishers,mops etc.
• Physically fit able to push trolleys,pull out beds,move light furniture to facilitate cleaning.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of using electrical floor cleaning equipment.

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.

Employer details Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mount Vernon Hospital

Rickmansworth Road

Northwood

HA6 2RN

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mount Vernon Hospital

Rickmansworth Road

Northwood

HA6 2RN

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)