NHS Scotland
Domestic Assistant
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Hotel Services Department
Domestic Assistant
Band 2
£26,696 - £28,988 pro rata/per annum
Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £1,461 pro rata/per annum
Working Hours:
Monday - Friday between the hours of 13:00 - 20:00
Hours per Week:
24 hours
Position Type:
Permanent post
For more information on living and working in the Western Isles visit the website: http://www.wihb.scot.nhs.uk/wihrr.pdf
Job Opportunity
The opportunity has arisen for a Domestic Assistant post, to join our Domestic Services Team within the Uist & Barra Hospital, Balivanich, Isle of Benbecula.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide a cleaning service to patients, staff, and visitors using effective and efficient methods.
- Deliver a safe and welcoming environment.
- Meet the required standards, as per the National Cleaning Services Specification.
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Requirements
- Achieve the Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers.
- Comply with the Code of Conduct within three months of full-time employment or up to six months for part-time workers.
- Register with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Scheme.
Note: This post is not eligible for relocation expenses or Sponsorship.
Application Information
For further information or an informal discussion on the post, please contact the Hotel Services Department at the Western Isles Hospital, Tel: 01851 708136.
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: NHS Scotland Website, along with a job description.
Tha beàrnan-obrach NHS Eilean Siar uile gu léir a' nochdadh air làrach-lìn NHS na h-Alba, còmhla ri dealbh-obrach.
Contact Information
Any further queries, please contact:
Tel: 01851 762027
Important Dates
CLOSING DATE: 27/07/2026
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