Job summary
We're looking for everyday heroes - could that be you?
If you take pride in a job well done and want to be part of something that truly matters, we want you on our team.
At The Princess Alexandra Hospital, our Domestic Assistants are the unsung heroes of patient care. You won't be behind the scenes -- you'll be at the heart of it. From making a patient's first impression feel safe and clean, to helping create a calm and comfortable space for recovery -- your role will be vital.
We're not just looking for cleaners.We're looking for team players.Problem solvers.Hard workers.People who care.
Whether you've worked in cleaning before or you're ready for something new, we'll provide the full training.
This is more than just a cleaning job -- this is your chance to be part of something bigger.If you care about people, love a tidy space, and want to be appreciated for the work you do -- apply now. We're excited to meet you.
If your application is successful, you will be invited to complete an in person informal assessment.
Main duties of the job
What you'll be doing:Keeping our hospital wards and departments sparkling clean and safeHelping prevent infections by following strict hygiene routinesWorking closely with clinical and non-clinical teamsMaking a difference to patients, visitors, and colleagues every single day
What you'll bring:-Reliability and a sense of pride in your work- A friendly, respectful and helpful approach- The ability to work on your own initiative -- and as part of a great team- A genuine desire to help
About us
Our Organisation
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) provides a full range of general acute, outpatient and diagnostic services at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, the Herts and Essex Hospital in Bishop's Stortford, and St Margaret's Hospital in Epping.
We employ 3,500 staff and serve a local population of around 350,000 people living in west Essex and east Hertfordshire, centred on the M11 corridor and the towns of Harlow, Bishop's Stortford and Epping. Our extended catchment area incorporates a population of up to 500,000 and includes the areas of Hoddesdon, Cheshunt and Broxbourne in Hertfordshire.
Our Values
The Princess Alexandra Promise to our patients as identified by our 3 values which will contribute to improving our patient experiences:
Patient at heart - Always holding the patient and their wellbeing at the centre of our thoughts and efforts
Everyday excellence - Sharing and celebrating our successes, being honest when we get it wrong, giving us the ability to learn from both
Creative collaboration - Knowing strength comes from diversity, we combine our experiences, skills and talents, working together to find new and better ways to care
The Trust believes in investing in all our staff and rewarding high standards of care whilst building for excellence and in return we expect our staff to uphold the Trust values to the highest level.
Details
Date posted
18 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,169 a year per annum plus 5% high cost area supplement, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
292-7288485-E&F
Job locations
Princess Alexandra Hospital
Hamstel Road
Harlow
CM20 1QX
Employer details
Employer name
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust
Address
Princess Alexandra Hospital
Hamstel Road
Harlow
CM20 1QX
Employer's website
https://www.pah.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)


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