University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
Domestic Assistant
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Domestic Assistant
Domestic Assistant – Facilities Department (Worthing Hospital)
About the Role
The Domestics Department at Worthing Hospital is seeking Domestic Assistants to join their team. This role will involve maintaining high standards of cleanliness across clinical wards and departments in line with national guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain clinical wards/departments to stringent cleaning standards, including National Cleaning Standards 2021 (training provided).
- Ensure strict adherence to Health and Safety policies while performing duties.
- Provide a comprehensive cleaning service across designated hospital areas.
- Carry out additional duties as required within the role’s grade.
- Support Hospital staff, patients, and visitors with courtesy and professionalism.
- Guide and assist visitors in a friendly and helpful manner.
- Handle sensitive communications, including dealing tactfully with relatives of deceased patients.
- Participate in departmental IT initiatives where applicable.
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Requirements
- No prior experience required (training provided for cleaning to National Cleaning Standards).
- Ability to work flexibly as part of a team within the Facilities Department.
- Must maintain confidentiality regarding patient, staff, and health service information.
- Confidence in communicating professionally while adhering to Trust policies and procedures.
Availability
- Shifts available: 07:30–16:00 or 17:00–21:00
- Working days: Monday to Sunday (both full-time and part-time roles will be discussed during the interview).
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Equality and Inclusion
At UHSussex, we celebrate diversity and embed a culture of inclusion to ensure we deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. Our Outstanding for Caring rating from the CQC reflects our commitment to compassionate, innovative care. Staff networks exist to support underrepresented groups, and we offer a buddy system for new members.
We proudly recognise:
- Disability Confident Employer (Level 3)
- Veteran Aware Trust
Contact Details
For further information or informal visits, please contact: Name: Olga Nikolau Job Title: Senior Supervisor Email: o.nikolaou@nhs.net Telephone: 01903 205111, Ext 85483
For application support, email uhsussex.FandErecruitment@nhs.net.
Note: Previous applicants need not apply.
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