Domestic Assistant in Leigh inLeigh PUBLISHED FRI 7 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section
Band 2: Competitive rates
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As a Domestic Assistant at Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust based at Leigh Infirmary (WN7), you will play a vital hands-on role keeping wards and hospital areas clean, safe and dignified for patients. This part-time, permanent Band 2 post (£24,465 pa pro rata) is Monday–Friday, 17:00–20:00 and the Trust is recruiting for three posts. Day-to-day duties include general and isolation cleaning, high and low dusting, wet and dry mopping, toilet and washbasin cleaning, emptying clinical and general waste, vacuuming, mechanical scrubbing and buffing, carpet shampooing and safe use of chemicals and cleaning machinery. You will be supported to undertake terminal and infection cleans (including Bioquell Q50 HPV where required), deal with uncontained body fluid spillages in line with Trust policy, use warning signage to maintain safety and receive full on-the-job training — no prior experience is necessary. The role suits practical, caring people who take pride in visible results, can communicate clearly, organise tasks and work flexibly to meet service needs.
Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh is patient-centred and committed to staff wellbeing; you’ll join a team that values respect, dignity and development. Benefits include an attractive pension and life assurance (employer contribution over 20%), 27–33 days’ annual leave (pro rata), paid occupational maternity/paternity/adoption leave (subject to service), training and eLearning, health and wellbeing support, clear career progression within Estates & Facilities and the NHS, salary sacrifice schemes and NHS discounts. This vacancy may close early, and applications are scored against the Person Specification, so please explain in your supporting information how you meet the criteria. Click the "Apply Now" button to proceed — this vacancy is listed via jobsincare.com and full details are available there.
Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh is patient-centred and committed to staff wellbeing; you’ll join a team that values respect, dignity and development. Benefits include an attractive pension and life assurance (employer contribution over 20%), 27–33 days’ annual leave (pro rata), paid occupational maternity/paternity/adoption leave (subject to service), training and eLearning, health and wellbeing support, clear career progression within Estates & Facilities and the NHS, salary sacrifice schemes and NHS discounts. This vacancy may close early, and applications are scored against the Person Specification, so please explain in your supporting information how you meet the criteria. Click the "Apply Now" button to proceed — this vacancy is listed via jobsincare.com and full details are available there.
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To work as a Domestic Assistant in the UK, you will typically need the following skills and qualities:
1. Cleaning Skills: Proficiency in cleaning techniques and knowledge of appropriate cleaning products for different surfaces and materials.
2. Attention to Detail: The ability to notice and address small details that contribute to overall cleanliness and organization.
3. Time Management: Efficiently managing your time to complete tasks within designated time frames.
4. Physical Stamina: The role often involves physical tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing for long periods.
5. Communication Skills: Good communication skills to understand instructions and interact with clients or family members.
6. Reliability and Trustworthiness: Employers need to trust that you will perform your duties consistently and honestly.
7. Adaptability: The ability to adapt to different households and specific cleaning requirements or preferences.
8. Organizational Skills: Maintaining orderliness not just in cleaning but also in managing supplies and schedules.
9. Customer Service Skills: A friendly demeanor and approachability can improve your relationship with the households you assist.
10. Health and Safety Awareness: Understanding safe practices regarding cleaning materials and equipment, as well as basic health and safety regulations.
11. Basic Cooking Skills (if required): Some roles may include meal preparation, so basic cooking skills may be beneficial.
12. Problem-Solving Skills: Being able to address and resolve issues that may arise in the cleaning process.
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