Job summary CHoICE Facilities Services are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliable individual to join our team and fulfil the role of Domestic Assistant The role of a Domestic Assistant is an exciting opportunity for people who are motivated, flexible, task focused and have excellent communications skills. If you are ambitious, caring, team player and strive to deliver high standards services, we would like to hear from YOU As a Domestic Assistant you would be responsible for maintaining an acceptable standard of cleanliness in the allocated areas using the correct cleaning methods, frequencies, materials and equipment, cleaning to the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021. Cleaning is carried out in wards and departments throughout the organisation. CHoICE Facilities Services work together; To deliver nationally recognised high quality, safe, cost effective services for the people, patients and stakeholders. To attract and retain employees who are proud to recommend our services. To deliver a wide range of high quality, effective and compliant Facilities Management (FM), Procurement and Pharmacy Services. CHoICE Facilities Services provide a wide range of services including Domestic Services based over South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust sites. To join a friendly, organised and positive working environment, apply for the role of Domestic Assistant. Previous applicants need not apply, thank you. Main duties of the job Shift Pattern Pool flexible shifts covering staff absence 21 hours Mon-Sun 0600-2000, shifts allocated two weeks in advance. To carry out all cleaning assigned, making full use of guidance and training given, using checklists provided. Provide a beverage service to patients and visitors as required. Ensure all necessary equipment/machinery is fit for purpose before use and ensure is cleaned and correctly stored after use. Use all materials and consumables in accordance with laid down practices. Collection, segregation and disposal of waste materials, replacement of liners, in accordance with policies. Packing, sorting, delivering and collection of linen. Undertake manual and mechanical cleaning activities in accordance with the cleaning schedule. Ensure that all cleaning schedules are completed and checked on a daily basis. Refilling of all dispensers including soap, hand towels, toilet rolls and all paper rolls. Provide emergency and ad hoc cleaning as required. Cleaning in close proximity to patients including beds, windows, curtain rails, window ledges, tables and lockers. Work safely at all times giving due consideration to themselves and others. Use the appropriate work equipment and PPE provided, reporting any maintenance, safety deficiencies and incidents to a member of the supervisory team. Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by management. Maintaining cleanliness of entrances, work areas and grounds as necessary. About us Please help us by adding your telephone number to your application form this will allow us to contact you quickly if required. City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists. Commitment, Care and Compassion - our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups. Note we will not accept applications found to be AI generated. Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £25,194 a year Full time pay rate Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number M9155-Z-EA-0125-02 Job locations Sunderland Royal Hospital Kayll Road Sunderland SR4 7TP Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE. Responsible for maintaining an acceptable standard of cleanliness in the allocated areas using the correct cleaning methods, frequencies, materials and equipment, cleaning to the National Standards of Healthcare cleanliness 2021. Cleaning is carried out in wards and departments throughout the organisation. Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE. Responsible for maintaining an acceptable standard of cleanliness in the allocated areas using the correct cleaning methods, frequencies, materials and equipment, cleaning to the National Standards of Healthcare cleanliness 2021. Cleaning is carried out in wards and departments throughout the organisation. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Basic Numeracy and Literacy education Desirable Cleaning experience Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Experience Essential Good understanding of cleaning services Desirable Cleaning experience Experience of working in a healthcare environment Skills and Knowledge Essential Ability to accept and prioritise instructions Desirable Previous experience working with cleaning machinery Physical Skills Essential Combination of bending/lifting/standing and walking with frequent requirement for physical effort. Desirable Able to undertake varied manual handling tasks including; use of machinery, movement of beds and other equipment. Ability to work in busy environment Person Specification Qualifications Essential Basic Numeracy and Literacy education Desirable Cleaning experience Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Experience Essential Good understanding of cleaning services Desirable Cleaning experience Experience of working in a healthcare environment Skills and Knowledge Essential Ability to accept and prioritise instructions Desirable Previous experience working with cleaning machinery Physical Skills Essential Combination of bending/lifting/standing and walking with frequent requirement for physical effort. Desirable Able to undertake varied manual handling tasks including; use of machinery, movement of beds and other equipment. Ability to work in busy environment Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE) Address Sunderland Royal Hospital Kayll Road Sunderland SR4 7TP Employer's website https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)