Job summary
Job Overview: Domestic Assistant - Riverside Centre
We are expanding our dedicated Domestic Services team across Greater Manchester and are seeking a caring, compassionate, and hardworking individual to join us.
Location: Prestwich HospitalPosition: X 2Domestic AssistantHours: X 1, 20 hours per week, X1 17.5 hours per week
Purpose of the Role:To maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment within the hospital & office areas, ensuring compliance with infection control standards and supporting the well-being of patients, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform cleaning duties in patient areas, staff rooms, offices, and communal spaces in line with hospital standards.
- Regularly clean and disinfect surfaces, floors, and sanitary facilities.
- Safely handle waste disposal in accordance with infection control and clinical waste protocols.
- Replenish essential supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue.
- Maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding policies when working in patient areas.
- Comply with health and safety regulations, including correct use of PPE and COSHH guidelines.
Important Information:This role is not eligible for sponsorship unless you meet criteria under temporary exemptions introduced on 22/07/2025. Separate provisions apply to workers who have held a Skilled Worker visa continuously since before 04/04/2024.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform cleaning duties in patient areas, staff rooms, offices, and communal spaces according to hospital standards.
- Ensure all surfaces, floors, and sanitary facilities are cleaned and disinfected regularly.
- Handle waste disposal safely, following infection control and clinical waste protocols.
- Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue.
- Report any maintenance issues or hazards promptly.
- Adhere to confidentiality and safeguarding policies when working in patient areas.
- Comply with health and safety regulations, including the use of PPE and COSHH guidelines.
Experience not essential as full training will be given.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Details
Date posted
05 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year Per annum, Pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
437-7686067
Job locations
Prestwich Hospital
Bury New road
Prestwich, Manchester
M25 3BL
Employer details
Employer name
Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT
Address
Prestwich Hospital
Bury New road
Prestwich, Manchester
M25 3BL
Employer's website
https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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