Hospital Cleaning & Hygiene Specialist

Company: Serco
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Location: Southampton
Job Description:

Domestic Assistant / Cleaners

University Hospital Southampton, SO16 6YD

Salary: £25,272 per annum, pro rata plus Serco benefits. Agenda for Change Band 2

Shift Patterns (Monday – Friday)

  • 1600 – 2000 hours – 20h contract
  • 1500 – 2300 hours – 35h contract
  • 0700 – 1400 hours – 30h contract

Main Accountabilities

Duties will include cleaning floors, work surfaces, furnishings and related equipment. You will empty, dispose and replace clinical and domestic waste as directed and ensure all equipment and materials required to perform cleaning tasks are maintained in a hygienic and safe condition. Hospital cleaning is a vital part of overall health and safety, as it’s a major contributor to controlling the spread of infections.

Requirements

  • Strong communication skills – interaction with colleagues, patients, visitors and other staff on a daily basis.
  • Good working knowledge of health and safety and hygiene practices.
  • Eligibility to work in the UK and subject to DBS background check.
  • Physically capable of standing for long periods of time with manual handling involved.

What We Offer

  • Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • A range of benefits to support health and wellbeing such as Employee Assistance Programme, Simply Health Plans, Annual Leave Purchase Scheme and more.
  • Access to a range of discounts and exclusive deals including Merlin Attractions, mobile phone discounts, cinema discounts, leisure and hospitality discounts.
  • A fantastic culture and supportive team where you’ll make a positive difference in a company passionate about diversity and inclusion.
  • Committed to professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching opportunities.

Equal Opportunity

We are a proud Disability Confident Leader employer and a holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. We support fair access to employment for those with unspent criminal convictions through the ‘Ban the Box’ pledge. We encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026