Vale Centre for Health & Care
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
Working as a Domestic Assistant at NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde offers the chance to make a meaningful difference every day. At the Vale Health and Care Centre, youll play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors across a wide range of clinical and nonclinical areas. Youll be part of a supportive team of Domestic Assistants, working to nationally recognised cleaning standards and contributing directly to patient care by helping prevent infection and ensuring high-quality facilities. NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde is committed to providing excellent training, ongoing support, and a positive working environment where professionalism, teamwork and personal development are valued. If you take pride in your work, enjoy helping others, and want to be part of a service that truly matters to the community, this is a rewarding role where your contribution is essential.
No Band 2 roles are eligible for sponsorship under the or Health and Care Worker visa. routes. For Band 3 roles, only posts of 32 hours per week or more may meet eligibility. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) cannot provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for roles that do not meet these criteria, and applications requiring sponsorship will not be considered.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
1. Two part-time positions available for 12.3 hours and 11.8 hours per week
2. 12.3 hour position, shift pattern - Monday and Thursday - 18:00 to 20:30. Friday - 18:00 to 20:20
3. 11.8 hour position, shift pattern - Monday, Tuesday and Thursday - 17:00 to 19:30. Wednesday - 17:00 to 19:18. Friday 17:00 to 19.00
4. Please note the salary is Pro Rata for part-time hours
5. There is a requirement for you to have a flexible approach to your daily routine
Key responsibilities:
6. As a Domestic Assistant, youll play an essential role in keeping the Vale Health and Care Centre clean, safe and welcoming for everyone who uses it
7. Your responsibilities will include delivering a highquality domestic service across a variety of clinical and nonclinical areas, working to set cleaning schedules while maintaining a flexible approach to daily tasks
8. Youll use cleaning agents and equipment safely and efficiently, follow infection control guidelines including colourcoding systems, manage waste disposal appropriately, and respond quickly to any areas requiring attention after audits
9. The role also involves maintaining high personal hygiene and professionalism, wearing appropriate protective clothing, reporting faulty equipment, and contributing positively as part of a wider Facilities team
10. Every task you carry out helps support patient care and ensures the centre operates to the highest standards
11. Duties include cleaning all areas of our hospital, clinical and non-clinical locations - activities will include wet mopping, vacuuming, emptying bins, replenishing supplies, cleaning fixtures, and furniture and toilet/bathroom areas
12. There will be the use of economic and safe use of cleaning agents, following the manufacturer's recommended instructions
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
13. We welcome applicants with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn!
14. No formal qualifications are required for this role, as full induction training will be provided when you join NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
15. Youll receive comprehensive guidance on all aspects of domestic services, including safe use of cleaning equipment, infection control practices, Health & Safety standards, manual handling, COSHH and working to national cleaning specifications
16. Well support you to build confidence in customer care and communication skills, and youll be encouraged to be flexible, adaptable and take pride in delivering a highquality service
17. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to develop practical skills, gain experience within the NHS, and contribute to a safe and welcoming environment for patients and staff
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
18. A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
19. Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
20. Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
21. Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
22. Enhanced pay for working public holidays
23. NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
24. Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?