Domestic Assistant

Job summary

Join Our Team and Make a Difference

Part time Domestic Assistant vacancies at our Pontefract General Infirmary Hospital site.

Available shifts:

Mon - Fri 16.00 -19.00 - 15 hrs

Mon - Fri 10.30 -13.30 - 15 hrs

M&T 17.00-22.00 & S&S 14.00-22.00 - 25 hrs

Interviews will be held at Pontefract on Wednesday 15th January 2025.

As 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.

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, we invite you to join our team!

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: This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.

Main duties of the job

The Domestic Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean and hygienic environment within the Trust, adhering to established cleaning procedures and standards. Duties encompass various areas, including clinical, sanitary and administrative spaces.

Key Responsibilities

Daily 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.

Job responsibilities

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.