The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust

Domestic Assistant

The closing date is 10 October 2025

Job summary

We are currently seeking reliable and motivated Domestic Assistants to join our Facilities team at Dewsbury District Hospital. As part of our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, these roles are crucial in creating a safe, hygienic and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors. We have numerous part-time positions available, with shifts across weekdays and weekends. If you are passionate about cleanliness, infection prevention, and making a difference in the healthcare setting, wed love to hear from you. What We Offer Flexible part-time shifts (Monday to Friday and weekends) Uniforms, full training and ongoing support Opportunities for development and internal progression A supportive and inclusive work environment Access to NHS staff benefits including pension scheme, discounts, and more

Main duties of the job

Not limited to and dependent on working location:- Mopping, scrubbing, buffing of floors, shampooing of carpets, vacuuming Damp dusting fixtures and fittings Cleaning of sanitary areas (toilets and bathrooms) leaning of ward kitchens and kitchen equipment Assist with the service of meals to patients, i.e., serving beverages and collecting in dirty crockery after meals Washing up of jugs Disposal and segregation of refuse Removal of dirty linen to disposal room Changing of beds and cubicle curtains in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines and procedures Bed making in residences Cleaning of rooms/bed areas following an outbreak of infection

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, car lease and home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Date posted

23 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

000673

Job locations

Dewsbury District Hospital

Dewsbury

West Yorkshire

WF13 4HS

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for individuals who are:

Punctual, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Aware of infection control and health & safety practices (training provided)
Friendly and professional in approach
Good standard of education in English and Maths
Experience communicating effectively with individuals at all levels
Ability to work well as part of a team across multiple sites
Strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality
Good awareness of high cleaning standards and hygiene practices
Sound knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and procedures

Previous experience in a domestic, cleaning, or healthcare environment is desirable but not essential. Full training will be provided.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for individuals who are:

Punctual, reliable, and committed to maintaining high standards
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Aware of infection control and health & safety practices (training provided)
Friendly and professional in approach
Good standard of education in English and Maths
Experience communicating effectively with individuals at all levels
Ability to work well as part of a team across multiple sites
Strong understanding of the importance of confidentiality
Good awareness of high cleaning standards and hygiene practices
Sound knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and procedures

Previous experience in a domestic, cleaning, or healthcare environment is desirable but not essential. Full training will be provided.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Please click 'apply now' to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Please click 'apply now' to view the full person specification (there is no obligation to submit an application)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.