Job summary
Domestic Assistant
Department Domestic Services
Band 2 £24,169 Per annum, pro rata
Hours: Various Hours/Shifts, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working.
We are looking for individuals who are team players. Vacant posts we are recruiting to with various shifts are as follows:
Part Time weekdays AM & PM Shifts
Part time weekends AM & PM Shifts
The successful applicants will have a great opportunity to be part of a large in-house team providing a high-quality cleaning service throughout the hospital.
The role involves carrying out a variety of cleaning tasks in-line with National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness with full training provided. We are looking for individuals who are team players.
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.
Interview 30 July 2025
Main duties of the job
'We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute'
Post holders will be required to provide a wide range of domestic service-related tasks within Milton Keynes University Hospital sites. Tasks and duties and will vary depending on the individual needs of the wards or the department in which work is undertaken. All tasks will be undertaken in line with NHS standards of cleanliness and departmental work instructions.
About us
'7.10 out of 10 feel they experience a safer workplace and focus on wellbeing, supporting one another and prioritising over all wellbeing, this scoring has increased from last year.'(NHS Staff Survey 2024).
You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
- Free on-site parking
- Free refreshments
- Great flexible workingopportunities
- Discounted gym membership
- Lease car scheme
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme
- On site nursery (chargeable)
- Extensive staff health and well-being programme
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure that work schedules, daily cleaning and coverage programmes are completed to NHS Standards and the Departmental Procedures/Work Instructions
- Ensure that a high standard of cleaning is adhered to, and domestic waste is collected and disposed of correctly to prevent cross infection. Identifying any areas of concern to relevant line manager/supervisor
- Some heavy lifting will be required
- Full awareness and working knowledge of COSHH (Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health) procedures for cleaning materials ensuring the correct action is applied when using any chemical cleaning solutions
- To ensure the correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is used in your daily tasks and to report any missing or damaged PPE to the relevant line manager/supervisor
- Appropriate use of security systems. To also highlight any Health & Safety and/or Security concerns to the relevant line manager/supervisor at the point when seen, to ensure quick resolution and prevent any accidents or security breaches
Please refer to the job description for further details
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Ensure that work schedules, daily cleaning and coverage programmes are completed to NHS Standards and the Departmental Procedures/Work Instructions
- Ensure that a high standard of cleaning is adhered to, and domestic waste is collected and disposed of correctly to prevent cross infection. Identifying any areas of concern to relevant line manager/supervisor
- Some heavy lifting will be required
- Full awareness and working knowledge of COSHH (Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health) procedures for cleaning materials ensuring the correct action is applied when using any chemical cleaning solutions
- To ensure the correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is used in your daily tasks and to report any missing or damaged PPE to the relevant line manager/supervisor
- Appropriate use of security systems. To also highlight any Health & Safety and/or Security concerns to the relevant line manager/supervisor at the point when seen, to ensure quick resolution and prevent any accidents or security breaches
Please refer to the job description for further details
We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.
MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.
We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.
By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.
Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- A willingness to undertake inhouse training for Infection Prevention and Control.
- A willingness to undertake inhouse COSHH (Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health) training for cleaning procedures relating to the safe use of chemicals.
- To undertake all aspects of mandatory Trust training ie. Health & safety / manual handling / fire safety / information governance
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification
- GCSE in English & Maths, or equivalent, or willingness to undertake training.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of cleaning within a hospital and/or hotel
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Customer service experience
Skills
Essential
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise tasks
- Flexible approach to duties and tasks
- Ability to take directions, follow instructions and multitask
Personal and people development
Essential
- To always maintain patient confidentiality
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with colleagues, suppliers, patients, and external contacts
Desirable
- Good written communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- A willingness to undertake inhouse training for Infection Prevention and Control.
- A willingness to undertake inhouse COSHH (Control Of Substances Hazardous to Health) training for cleaning procedures relating to the safe use of chemicals.
- To undertake all aspects of mandatory Trust training ie. Health & safety / manual handling / fire safety / information governance
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification
- GCSE in English & Maths, or equivalent, or willingness to undertake training.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience of cleaning within a hospital and/or hotel
- Experience of working as part of a team
- Customer service experience
Skills
Essential
- Good organizational skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise tasks
- Flexible approach to duties and tasks
- Ability to take directions, follow instructions and multitask
Personal and people development
Essential
- To always maintain patient confidentiality
Communication
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Ability to interact with colleagues, suppliers, patients, and external contacts
Desirable
- Good written communication skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
