Domestic Assistant

About NHS Lanarkshire

NHS Lanarkshire is committed to patient-centered healthcare delivery, serving around 655,000 people across both rural and urban areas of North and South Lanarkshire. The organization consists of Acute Services spread across three hospital sites, Corporate & Property & Support Services, and integrated Health and Social Care Partnerships that support local communities.

Role Overview

The Domestic Assistant will provide essential cleaning services across NHS Lanarkshire premises to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. This role involves maintaining hygiene levels that meet NHS Lanarkshire and Hospital Acquired Infection (HAI) standards using effective cleaning methods.

Work Schedule

The position requires working Monday to Friday during backshift hours from 3pm to 10pm, subject to service delivery needs and location assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute varied cleaning tasks using equipment and machinery that involve manual handling and lifting.
• Maintain cleaning standards as per specified schedules and promptly report any inaccessible or uncleaned areas to supervisors.
• Apply cleaning chemicals and agents responsibly, adhering to Health & Safety protocols and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.
• Carry out comprehensive cleaning duties including equipment, furniture, fittings, and surfaces such as bedside communication systems, bed frames, and patient chairs in accordance with Daily Weekly Cleaning Schedules (DWCS) and job plans.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Familiarity with cleaning standards and relevant procedures.
• Willingness to complete on-the-job training and induction over 4 to 6 weeks to gain full competency.
• Understanding of Health & Safety practices including risk assessment of cleaning tasks.
• Ability to perform assigned chores effectively and efficiently within a busy healthcare environment.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement totaling 35 days, inclusive of public holidays.
• Access to a robust NHS pension plan.
• Salary progression on an annual incremental basis.
• Paid sick leave with increasing benefits linked to tenure.
• Exclusive NHS discounts and additional perks.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

NHS Lanarkshire promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity for all employees regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or care experience. Candidates with a care background, including those with foster or kinship care experience, are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

For informal inquiries, reach out to Sharon Williamson, Customer Support Manager. For assistance with applications or recruitment queries, contact Lynn Deas, Recruitment Administrator.