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.
This post is open only to internal staff of NHS Ayrshire & Arran and/or NHS Scotland.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are 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 exciting opportunity has arisen for Domestic Assistant within our Hotel Services based at UHA. This post is offered on a permanent basis.
Hours
0700-1230/30 Mon-Fri Day Shift = 25 Hrs
UK Driving Licence
A UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What You Will Do
- Provide a wide and varied range of Domestic Services which support Clinical Services across Ayrshire and Arran, in line with NHS Scotland National Cleaning Services Specification to fulfil Healthcare Environment Inspectorate Standards and meet Facilities Monitoring Tool Targets.
- Experience with industrial cleaning equipment or working within a healthcare setting would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be given.
- Work independently and as part of a team with good communication skills.
- Have good communication, verbal or otherwise, and practical skills.
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post
- Attend Corporate Induction including completion of Mandatory Learn Pro Modules.
- Undertake departmental job training including operation of equipment and safe use of cleaning materials, providing flexibility within all areas of Domestic Services.
- Proficiency in Domestic Services Core Value Statement.
- Proficiency in Organisational Policies.
- Proficiency in Caldicott Guidelines.
- Proficiency in Safe Systems of Work/Work Schedules.
- Proficiency in Departmental Risk Assessments (COSHH, General, Moving and Handling).
- Proficiency in Codes of Practice/Infection Control Guidelines.
- Correct and economical use of materials and equipment.
- Use of PPE waste management.
- Linen Bagging Policy.
- Security Procedures.
- Datix.
- Job Shadowing (usually first week).
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Donna Kirkpatrick 01292 617162 / 513150.
We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received. Please complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity.
RIGHT TO WORK / CERTIFICATES OF SPONSORSHIP
To work in the United Kingdom, you must demonstrate the relevant permission to work in the country, granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. It is essential that you have checked that you already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and other required criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and pre-employment checks.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.
Additional Information For Candidates
- Apply for this post by completing the application process on NHS Jobs Scotland.
- Do not upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
- Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
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