Job overview
Domestic Assistant
Department Domestic Services
Band 2 £24, Per annum, pro rata
Hours: Various Hours/Shifts, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working.
We are looking for individuals who are team players. Vacant posts we are recruiting to with various shifts are as follows:
Part Time weekdays AM & PM Shifts
Part time weekends AM & PM Shifts
The successful applicants will have a great opportunity to be part of a large in-house team providing a high-quality cleaning service throughout the hospital.
The role involves carrying out a variety of cleaning tasks in-line with National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness with full training provided. We are looking for individuals who are team players.
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
Interview 30 July
Main duties of the job
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Post holders will be required to provide a wide range of domestic service-related tasks within Milton Keynes University Hospital sites. Tasks and duties and will vary depending on the individual needs of the wards or the department in which work is undertaken. All tasks will be undertaken in line with NHS standards of cleanliness and departmental work instructions.
Working for our organisation
'7.10 out of 10 feel they experience a safer workplace and focus on wellbeing, supporting one another and prioritising over all wellbeing, this scoring has increased from last year.' (NHS Staff Survey ).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
1. Free on-site parking
2. Free refreshments
3. Great flexible working opportunities
4. Discounted gym membership
5. Lease car scheme
6. Generous annual leave and pension scheme
7. On site nursery (chargeable)
8. Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
9. Ensure that work schedules, daily cleaning and coverage programmes are completed to NHS Standards and the Departmental Procedures/Work Instructions
10. Ensure that a high standard of cleaning is adhered to, and domestic waste is collected and disposed of correctly to prevent cross infection. Identifying any areas of concern to relevant line manager/supervisor
11. Some heavy lifting will be required
12. Full awareness and working knowledge of COSHH (Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health) procedures for cleaning materials ensuring the correct action is applied when using any chemical cleaning solutions
13. To ensure the correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is used in your daily tasks and to report any missing or damaged PPE to the relevant line manager/supervisor
14. Appropriate use of security systems. To also highlight any Health & Safety and/or Security concerns to the relevant line manager/supervisor at the point when seen, to ensure quick resolution and prevent any accidents or security breaches
Please refer to the job description for further details
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.