Domestic Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for Three
Weekend Domestic Assistant
, working every alternate weekend at Lochgilphead Hospitals for 14.8 hours per weekend
. In this role, you’ll help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment across our wards. You’ll be part of a small, supportive team, contributing to the high standards of cleanliness our patients and staff can rely on.

• Reliable and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Committed to maintaining a high standard of personal hygiene
• Ideally holds an Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (though this is not essential)

No previous experience is required. Full training will be provided to help you succeed in the role.

If you're looking for a rewarding weekend position that makes a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Short‑listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

Department contact:
Elaine Mac Corquodale, Tel:  email elaine.maccorquodalet. Please quote job reference 239561 in the subject line of your email.

Closing date for completed applications:
Midnight Wednesday 25th February 2026.

Please be advised this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker Visa or a Health and Care Worker Visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

• Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part‑time hours will be adjusted on a pro‑rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
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