Ailsa Hospital
NHS Scotland:
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.
Note that this post is only open to internal staff of NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -
Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Domestic Supervisor based at Ailsa Hospital. This post is offered on a permanent basis.
Hours:
As and When Required hours per week.
From 1 April 2026, the working week for NHS Agenda for Change staff in Scotland will be reduced. Full-time hours will reduce from 37 to 36 hours (pro rata for part-time staff) without loss of earnings.
What you will do:
The successful applicant will be responsible for the allocation of work, daily supervision, training, and welfare of staff within your area. Excellent communication (both written and verbal), interpersonal and basic computing skills are essential, as is the ability to work individually and as part of a team. Previous supervisory experience and knowledge of NHS standards and procedures would be advantageous. Flexibility on shift is essential in being part of a team of Domestic Supervisors and ideally you will be prepared to work additional hours to provide cover during periods of leave.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post:
To provide a wide and varied range of Domestic Services which support Clinical Services throughout Ayrshire and Arran in line with NHS Scotland National Cleaning Services Specification to fulfil Healthcare Environment Inspectorate Standards and meet Facilities Monitoring Tool Targets Experience with industrial cleaning equipment or working within a healthcare setting would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be given. The ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team and good communication skills are essential. You will have good communication, verbal or otherwise and practical skills Required to attend Corporate Induction including completion of Mandatory Learn Pro Modules. Required to undertake departmental job training including the operation of equipment and safe use of cleaning materials which allows flexibility within all areas of Domestic Services and is also required to be proficient in and undertake training in the following:
1. Safe Systems of Work/Work Schedules
2. Departmental Risk Assessments (COSHH, General, Moving and Handling)
3. Codes of Practice/Infection Control Guidelines
4. Correct and economical use of materials and equipment
5. Use of PPE
6. Waste Management
7. Linen Bagging Policy
8. Security Procedures
9. Datix
10. Job Shadowing (usually first week)
11. Domestic Services Core Value Statement
12. Organisational Policies
13. Caldicott Guidelines (confidentiality)
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification.