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Domestic AssistantinWiganinWiganPUBLISHED THU 21 NOV 2024

Band 2  PERMANENT 
MULTI-DISCIPLINARYNHSWEEKEND

Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustFollow Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Opportunity to contribute to patient safety and well-being through maintaining high cleanliness standards.
Part-time hours (8 hours per week) provide flexibility for work-life balance.
Work within a supportive and collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment.
Comprehensive training provided, ensuring you are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Gain experience in a healthcare setting, enhancing your professional profile and future employment opportunities.
Engagement in a meaningful role that has a direct impact on infection control and patient care.
Potential for career advancement within the NHS through gaining experience and training.
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Domestic Assistant for a part-time position at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary, working 8 hours per week on weekends (Saturday and Sunday from 18.00 to 22.00). The role entails performing various cleaning tasks to uphold high standards of cleanliness in clinical and non-clinical areas, including general cleaning, isolation cleaning, and deep cleaning of bathrooms and floors. Responsibilities also include waste management, ensuring proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment in compliance with health and safety guidelines, and maintaining safety through proper signage while cleaning.

Candidates must meet the criteria outlined in the person specification and demonstrate their qualifications in their application. The successful candidate will receive full training and will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure adherence to Trust policies and national cleaning standards, including specialized tasks like bio-decontamination. The role requires a flexible approach to domestic duties and vigilance in identifying and reporting equipment issues.
Opportunity to contribute to patient safety and well-being through maintaining high cleanliness standards.
Part-time hours (8 hours per week) provide flexibility for work-life balance.
Work within a supportive and collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment.
Comprehensive training provided, ensuring you are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Gain experience in a healthcare setting, enhancing your professional profile and future employment opportunities.
Engagement in a meaningful role that has a direct impact on infection control and patient care.
Potential for career advancement within the NHS through gaining experience and training.

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Useful skills for a Domestic Assistant:
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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