Job summary ** Please note that this role is not on the Home Office list of occupations eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
**Join Our Team and Make a DifferenceAs a Domestic Assistant, you'll play a vital role in creating a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients, staff and visitors.Working in accordance with National Standards of Cleanliness and Trust policies, you'll be responsible for general cleaning duties in both clinical and non-clinical areas.We have numerous vacancies and varying shifts across all 3sites, Pinderfields, Pontefract and Dewsbury Hospitals.
The shift patterns andsite can be discussed in more details at the interview stage.Are you:Highly motivated and eager to make a positive impact?
A team player with a can-do attitude?
Enjoy interacting with people from diverse backgrounds?If so, please join us!
Key Responsibilities:Perform general cleaning tasks in various areas of the Trust Adhere to National Standards of Cleanliness and Trust policies Contribute to a positive and welcoming atmosphere for patients, staff and visitors Desired Qualifications:Previous experience in healthcare or customer service is preferred but not essential Strong work ethic and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team We offer:Comprehensive training and support to help you succeed Opportunities for career development and advancement Competitive salary and benefits package * PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS ADVERT MAY CLOSE EARLY* Main duties of the job The Domestic Assistant is responsible formaintaining a clean and hygienic environment within the Trust, adhering toestablished cleaning procedures and standards.
Duties encompass various areas,including clinical, sanitary and administrative spaces.KeyResponsibilitiesDaily Cleaning: Conduct thorough cleaning of floors, including sweeping, mopping and polishing as required.Dusting: Perform damp dusting of surfaces and furniture to remove dust and allergens.Sanitary Areas: Clean and disinfect toilets and bathrooms ensuring a high level of hygiene.Beverage Service: Assist in serving beverages to patients.Curtain and Refuse Management: Change cubicle curtains regularly and dispose of refuse appropriately, ensuring proper segregation.
About us We provide care and support to over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, in community settings and across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (in Wakefield).Always striving for excellence, we are at the forefront of innovation and research and we invest in teaching and the development of our workforce.We live by our values of caring, improving, being respectful and maintaining high standards.
We listen and learn because we aim to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and the best place to receive care.We have a clear vision, and you could be part of this!
If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description Job responsibilities Key ResponsibilitiesFloor Care Mopping:Regularly clean floors using appropriate cleaning solutions and techniques.Scrubbing:Remove stubborn stains or dirt using scrubbing tools and cleaning agents.Buffing:polish floors to enhance shine and maintain a high-quality appearance.Shampooing:deep clean carpets to remove dirt, stains and allergens.General CleaningVacuuming:Regularly vacuum carpets, fittings and surfaces to remove dust and allergens.Sanitary Areas:Clean and disinfect toilets, bathrooms and other sanitary facilities.Patient ServicesAssist withserving beverages.Waste ManagementDisposal and Segregation:properly dispose of and segregate refuse according to guidelines.Linen removal:Transport dirty linen to the designated disposal room.Infection ControlChange cubicle curtains in accordance with infection control procedures.Room Cleaning:Thoroughly clean rooms and bed areas following an outbreak of infection.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of education in English and Mathematics.
Knowledge and Awareness Essential Good understanding of the importance of confidentiality.
Good understanding of high cleaning standards.
Good understanding of Health and Safety Experience Essential Experience of communicating with individuals at all levels.
Experience of working well as part of a team.
Desirable Previous experience of domestic work.
Previous experience of working within a healthcare environment.
Personal Attributes Essential Friendly and respectful of colleagues and service users.
Skills and Abilities Essential Adaptable and flexible according to the demands of the service.
Able to understand and follow written instructions and methods of working.