Job Advert
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.
Domestic Services Assistants
Part Time / Permanent
Salary: £24,365 - £25,368 per annum (pro rata) + Unsocial Hours Shift Allowance + Pension + Benefits
Hours: 22.5h per week / Early Shift 7:30 – 12:00 or Back Shift 14:00 – 18:30
Rolling 2 week rota: 7 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on / 2 days off (Monday to Sunday)
We are looking to recruit enthusiastic individuals to join our friendly, hard-working team who helps to provide a range of cleaning related duties across the hospice in a professional manner and to set procedures and high standards.
Cleaning experience is desirable although full training will be given. Responsibilities will include general cleaning tasks such as the disposal of refuse, high / low dusting, cleaning sanitary areas, wet mopping, cleaning of patient equipment, etc. Staff uniform will be provided.
The ability to work on you own initiative and as part of a team is essential as is having good communication skills and the ability to prioritise and organise the daily duties, whilst maintaining a professional approach at all times regardless of the situation.
Experience with cleaning equipment or working within a healthcare setting would be an advantage, as would knowledge of COSHH, manual handling and infection control, but this is not essential as full training will be provided. You must be prepared to work shift patterns which also include weekends. Please indicate in your application form if you are applying for an Early or Late shift pattern.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Steven McLeod on 0131 551 1381
For an application form and job description, visit our website at www.stcolumbashospice.org.uk alternatively call HR on 0131 551 7722 or email jobs@stcolumbashospice.org.uk
CLOSING DATE: 16 July 2023
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we have a number of positions and may commence interviews prior to the closing date.
Scottish Charity No SC003634