At NHS Property Services, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We support patient care by providing clean, safe and high‑quality healthcare environments, and our Domestic Services teams play a vital role in making this happen every day.
We now have an opportunity for a reliable and hardworking Domestic Assistant to join our team at Wednesbury - Darlaston Health Centre on a permanent contract.
About the Role
As a Domestic Assistant, you will deliver a high‑quality cleaning service within ward and clinical areas at Darlaston Health Centre. Working to NHS National Cleaning Standards and local cleaning schedules, you will help maintain a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.
This is a site‑based role at Darlaston Health Centre. No travel between sites is required. Full training will be provided.
Salary is £25,272 Pro rata.
Who You Are
You are dependable, conscientious and take pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness in a healthcare environment. You work well as part of a team, follow procedures carefully and understand the importance of your role in supporting patient care.
Key Responsibilities
1. Deliver cleaning services in line with NHS Property Services standards and schedules
2. Maintain clean and hygienic ward and clinical environments to support infection prevention
3. Carry out duties such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting and cleaning sanitary ware and internal glass
4. Undertake periodic and deep cleaning tasks as required
5. Safely handle and dispose of clinical and commercial waste
6. Use cleaning equipment and materials safely, following COSHH guidance
7. Replenish consumables such as soap, hand towels and toilet tissue
8. Follow NHS colour‑coding systems and cleaning specifications
9. Report incidents, hazards, faulty equipment or maintenance issues using agreed processes
10. Can handle routine tasks and social interactions within a work environment. Ability to absorb policy and guidance necessary for the role.
Hours and Working Pattern
11. 10 hours per week
12. Monday-Friday 6.30pm-8.30pm
Applicants do not need to drive, as the role is based at one site only.
What We Can Offer You
In return, we offer:
13. 27 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata)
14. Full training and support
15. SMART Pension with up to 6% employer contribution
16. NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme
17. Access to our Colleague Assistance Programme
An Organisation with a Purpose
At NHS Property Services, we are proud to support the NHS by reinvesting back into frontline services, supporting our charity partner Young Lives vs Cancer, encouraging volunteering, and working towards our commitment to become net zero carbon by 2050.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be made throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace.
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