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.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is 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.
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Domestic Assistant based at Biggart Hospital.
What You Will Do
You will 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.
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job
Working within the Domestic Services Department, you will undertake a variety of housekeeping/cleaning duties. Experience with industrial cleaning equipment or working within a healthcare setting, especially mental health areas, would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be given. The ability to work on both your own initiative and as part of a team, along with good communication skills, are essential.
The post is physically demanding, and you are required to complete scheduled labour-intensive tasks, cleaning/housekeeping duties, and manual handling and manoeuvring of equipment/machinery/supplies. You should be physically fit and understand the importance of cleanliness in a healthcare environment.
Hours: 14.8 per week, working Monday-Thursday 4.00pm-7.00pm and Friday 4.00pm-6.48pm.
If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Donna Kirkpatrick on 01292 513150 or Donna.kirkpatrick@aapct.scot.nhs.uk.
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