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Domestic Assistant - 23 hours


Location
Doncaster
Salary
£23752.00
Profession
Estates and facilities
Deadline
21 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
07 Aug 2026
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Job summary

Are you an experienced cleaner with knowledge of COSHH?

Are you looking for employment that will allow you to maintain a good work-life balance?

We're looking for a Domestic Assistant to join our professional and dedicated team at BPAS Doncaster, on a part time, permanent basis. You will carry out cleaning duties within the unit in accordance with agreed levels and standards.

This role is working 23 hours per week, Monday to Friday. A detailed shift pattern and salary information can be found below.

About You

You'll have experience of household cleaning and knowledge of cleaning procedures with regard to the correct use of cleaning materials and equipment. You'll have practical cleaning techniques and will be able to apply these to the workplace.

We are also looking for:

  • Able to undertake repetitive, routine work and be self-motivated
  • Manual Handling and COSHH qualification
  • Able to maintain strict confidentiality

Main duties of the job

  • Clean the premises to include cleaning work tops, dusting of telephones, furniture, window ledges & any other fixtures.
  • Monitor stock of cleaning materials for ordering by the Treatment Unit Manager, & stock toilets with sufficient supplies.
  • Assist in the washing and ironing of all dirty linen daily, observing strict control of infection controls.
  • Mark and date all linen before putting into circulation and regularly check all linen for repair/replacement and take out of use.
  • Periodically wipe down paint work, carry out high dusting, wash inside of windows and clean window blinds.
  • To vacuum carpets, sweep and mop floors.
  • To empty bins and dispose of waste in accordance with BPAS procedures.
  • To clean toilet areas including toilet, washbasins, window ledges, cupboards, and bins.
  • Use all cleaning materials in accordance with COSHH and Health & Safety Regulations, and comply with cross infection instructions with regard to cleaning materials and equipment.
  • Comply with Manual Handling Regulations and to use manual handling techniques

About us

The British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) is the UK's largest independent reproductive healthcare charity, providing evidence-based, not-for-profit reproductive healthcare. We work mainly on behalf of the NHS, offering abortion care, contraception, and STI testing and treatment across the country.

When you join BPAS, you become part of a values-driven organisation where compassion, professionalism, and choice guide everything we do. You will help remove barriers to safe reproductive care while supporting people to make informed choices about their health and futures.

Working with us - benefits include:

  • 34 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Life assurance at 3 salary
  • Defined contribution pension scheme
  • Access to GP 24/7, 365 days a year
  • MyMindPal mental fitness app and 24/7 counselling support
  • Online discounts, discounted gym membership, and other lifestyle benefits
  • Family-friendly policies to support work-life balance

Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

BPAS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of everyone who uses our services, and all staff share this responsibility. Recruitment follows safer-recruitment principles and includes appropriate pre-employment checks.

We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.

Details

  • Date posted: 07 August 2026
  • Pay scheme: Other
  • Salary: £23,752 a year - pro rata for part time hours
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Part-time
  • Reference number: B0201-NE-DON-DMAS--23
  • Job locations: B P A S, 123 Thorne Road, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, DN2 5BQ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

A full job description and further information can be found on the right hand side of the page and is available for you to download and review.

Further Information:

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications, although we aim to keep it open long enough to ensure a diverse and representative applicant pool.

If you have any questions about the role or require adjustments to support your application, please get in touch, we are happy to help.

LocationBPAS Doncaster - Danum Lodge Clinic, 123 Thorne Rd, Doncaster DN2 5BQ

Hours 23 hours per week

Shift Pattern Monday to Thursday 4pm till 9pm and Friday 10am till 1pm.

Salary £23,752 per annum - this will be pro rata for part time hours. (£12.69 per hour)

Apply now Interested in making a difference? Apply today to join our team.

Values & eligibilityAll applicants must be pro choice and support a woman's right to choose, in line with BPAS values and mission. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Application outcome If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

References & pre-employment checks All offers of employment are conditional on satisfactory pre-employment checks. Applicants must provide three years of employment references, including reasons for leaving and details of any gaps in employment.

Person specification

General

Essential

  • Do you support a woman's right to choose abortion?
  • Are you the family or friend of a current BPAS employee? If yes, please state the name and nature of the relationship
  • Are you aware that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role?
  • This role is working 23 hours per week over Monday to Thursday 4pm till 9pm and Friday 10am till 1pm. Can you commit to this working pattern?

Desirable

  • Would you like to add any further information to support your application?

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience of household cleaning
  • Cleaning procedures and practical cleaning techniques
  • Knowledge of laundry procedures

Desirable

  • Previous experience of office/ nursing home cleaning to defined standards.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Literate and numerate
  • Knowledge of COSHH in relation to cleaning materials

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