Domestic Assistant / Cleaner 

Location: North London 

Job Type: Temporary 

Duration of booking: No end date at this point   

Proposed start date: ASAP

Base: Hospital 

Pay Rates: £11.68 paye inclusive of holiday pay for weekdays and higher rates for nights and weekends

Working Days and Hours: This will be shift work, so will be a combination of days, nights and weekends

Job Summary 

The role of the Domestic Assistant is to provide a high-quality cleanliness service which supports the healthcare sector.

Duties 

• To follow cleaning procedures and work schedules to ensure that environmental cleaning standards are achieved and maintained.
• Carry out cleaning duties in all areas as detailed on work schedule or as instructed. Areas will include clinical areas, sanitary areas, kitchens, waiting areas/circulation areas, offices, etc.
• To observe correct use and care of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Empty and clean waste bins, removing of waste bags and placing for collection.
• To carry out isolation/discharge cleaning which involves removal and replacement of screens using safety steps.
• To assist with ordering and maintaining stocks of supplies.
• Practice a good standard of hygiene in all aspects of work, and maintain a high standard of personal hygiene.
• Be responsible for opening and locking up of work areas, where necessary.
• Report all accidents and defects in equipment immediately to the Supervisor/ Assistant Domestic/Support Services Manager or Head of Department.
• To co-operate and communicate with ward or department staff and work together as a team.