Job title: Domestic Assistant – 15 Hours per Week
Company: NHS Scotland
Job description: 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.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
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Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Domestic Assistant based at University Hospital Ayr.
What you will do:
Working within the Domestic Services Department you will undertake a variety of housekeeping/cleaning duties.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
Experience with industrial cleaning equipment or working within a healthcare setting, especially mental health areas, would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be given. The ability to work on both your own initiative and as part of a team and good communication skills are essential.
You will understand the importance of cleanliness in a healthcare environment and be flexible in regard to areas worked within Woodland View (Adult Mental Health wards), Ayrshire Central Hospital and the North clinics where priorities can change due to staffing and activity.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
15 hours per week – Monday to Friday – 5:00pm to 8:00pm
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Nadia Frew, Hotel Services Manager on 01292 617162.
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Expected salary:
Location: Ayr, South Ayrshire
Job date: Fri, 29 Dec 2023 06:45:06 GMT
