Job overview
We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Domestic Team at Wathwood Hospital. You will be responsible for cleaning all our patient and non patient areas.
Previous experience of working within a domestic or cleaning environment is essential and extra training will be given, experience within the NHS or a hospital setting is desirable but not essential.
We have in-house training to help your personal development plans and will support you with all of your training needs.
This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Main duties of the job
Facilities Assistants/Domestic Assistants should have the ability to work effectively and flexibly, both alone and as part of a team. Maintaining a high standard of work will be essential.
This vacancy will work on a rota which includes weekends and bank holidays - 5 hours a day. Hours of working can be discussed at interview.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ensuring all areas are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness following work schedules, method statements and procedures.
The benefits include:
Enhanced rates for weekends and bank holidays! Excellent pension In-house training opportunities Fantastic discounts for NHS staff
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills
- Ability to use own initiative to manage the requirements of the job
- Flexible in managing own time and work duties
- Ability to work alone and as part of a team
Desirable
- Computer literate
Training
Essential
- Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site
- Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post
- Trained in the use of general cleaning equipment
Desirable
- Trained in the use of industrial cleaning equipment
Knowledge
Essential
- Basic knowledge of Health and Safety
Desirable
- An ability to demonstrate an understanding to trust values
- Basic understanding of infection control
- Understanding of the responsibility relating to H&S at work and COSHH
- Knowledge of manual handling
- Knowledge of NHS policy and procedures
Experience
Essential
- Able to carry out instructions as detailed in the job description
- Experience or working within a cleaning environment
Desirable
- Experience of working within healthcare environment
Qualifications
Essential
- An understanding of cleanliness and good hygiene practices
- A good level of education
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Recognised cleaning or support services qualification
Physical requirements
Essential
- Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust’s Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- Shift flexibility will be required including weekend and bank holidays
- Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific training
- Comply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform)
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This advert is for Facilities Assistant - Domestic with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Wathwood Hospital. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum (pro rata for part-time). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 31 Aug 2026.
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