Job overview
If you are caring and compassionate and want a job that helps to make a difference, then this is the right opportunity for you.
This job is the perfect job for someone who is looking to start their career in the NHS, within cleaning services or for those who are already experienced in this field. For those who are ambitious, we offer a range of training and development opportunities to help you climb the career ladder.
The role of Domestic / Station Cleaner plays a key part in our EMAZING team. The successful candidate, following a schedule, will be responsible for the cleanliness of Corby & Kettering Ambulance Station within Northamptonshire. You will support the cleaning services team by helping to improve the standards of cleanliness and assurance of cleanliness within our sites.
This is a physically demanding role with elements of reaching, crouching, moving between rooms & the movement of items etc.
Main duties of the job
We are a family friendly organisation, and we are committed to improving the working lives of our staff. We offer varied shift patterns and hours of work to enable you to get the right work / life balance. This role is primarily weekend working across our Corby & Kettering sites.
The main area(s) of work for this role is Corby & Kettering Ambulance Station in Northamptonshire however you may be asked to support in covering other stations and fixed sites from time to time, dependent on service requirements. This will either be within your existing hours or overtime may be offered.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To be considered for this role, it would be advantageous if you have previous cleaning experience and are able to work with limited supervision.
To be successful, you would need to be able to demonstrate that you;
- ·Are able to communicate verbally with others clearly & courteously.
- Are polite, reliable and responsible
- Have a understanding of Health and Safety, COSHH and Risk Assessments
- Have the ability to comply with standard operating procedures and organisational policies
- Be prepared to undertake training and development
For a full job description and person specification, please view the attachments included with this advertisement.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Health and safety matters as they relate to cleaning duties
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
Desirable
- Awareness of risk assessment
- Knowledge of COSHH
- Awareness of Infection Prevention and Control
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working without supervision
Desirable
- Previous work experience as a domestic cleaner
Personal Attribues
Essential
- Flexible approach to duties and willingness to provide cover for colleagues
- Punctual
- Display enthusiasm for high standards of customer care
- Reliable and conscientious approach
Desirable
- Willingness to travel between sites across the Trust footprint (including having access to a vehicle with appropriate level of insurance)
- Ability to extend hours to cover if necessary
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This advert is for Domestic Cleaner - Corby & Kettering Ambulance Stations with East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust in Nottingham, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £25,272 Band 2 enhanced rates as appliable e.g. for unsocial hours. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 28 Jun 2026.
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