Domestic Assistant | HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Position Summary

There is an exciting opportunity for a Cleaner to support our services at Yeatman Hospital.

This post is 22 hours per week.

Monday to Saturday 07:30am‑13:00pm.

The successful candidate will be responsible for achieving a high standard of cleanliness in a clinical ward based environment and also non-clinical areas throughout the main hospital, ensuring that a clean, safe and comfortable environment is maintained. Full on‑site training is provided and PPE provision is also included.

To support the Facilities Manager in their role and to ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the Trust is implemented and maintained.

• Vacuuming
• Mopping
• General cleaning / damp dusting
• Cleaning bathrooms and toilets
• Emptying bins
• Use of mechanical floor cleaning machines

This role involves working as a team, with a flexible approach, good communication skills and the ability to use your own initiative.

The post offers an opportunity to work extra hours as able – to cover sickness and staff holidays.

Good pay rates – weekend enhancements.

Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold a valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

At Dorset Health Care we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined‑up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward‑looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.

Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000‑strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset Health Care is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work. As part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16‑30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.

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