Domestic Assistant


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£25,272 - £26,648
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Carnforth, LA5 9JX
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	27 Aug 2026
Closing date:	9 Sept 2026

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Summary

Regular vacuuming and occasional shampooing of carpeted areas using carpet cleaning machinery. Regular maintenance of hard floors using a buffing machine i.e. spray cleaning, scrubbing and buffing. Regular high and low damp dusting including all worktops, ledges, skirting, picture frames, notice boards, radiators, desks and shelving and general fixtures and fittings. Daily dusting of all non-clinical electrical equipment, furniture and periodic application of spray polish. Daily cleaning of all washbasins, toilets, sluice sinks and sanitary fittings including replenishment of soap and hand towel dispensers and toilet tissue, as necessary. Routinely clean all internal glazing i.e. partitions, door glazing and mirrors. Daily emptying of clinical and domestic waste containers and litter bins using colour coded bags including removal to storage at approved locations Ensuring that premises are secure by locking all doors, activating intruder alarms and reporting any suspicious behavior. Acquiring an understanding of departmental guidance notes and following procedures therein. Reporting faults to cleaning equipment and damage to furniture, fittings and dcor to the relevant level of seniority. Stock control i.e. regular ordering of cleaning materials and equipment, by completion of the relevant forms. Using only materials and equipment provided by Atlas BFW Management Ltd and ensuring they are securely locked away when not in use. Wearing, at all times, of protective clothing provided by Atlas and keeping in a clean and serviceable condition. Wearing at all times and being responsible for the Atlas Uniform and identify badge. Assisting at and/or providing cover at other premises at which Atlas provide a service as necessary, in agreement with the Domestic Coordinator/Domestic Team Leader. To act in accordance with BFW Management Ltd Constitution and other Codes of Conduct. To participate in staff development, appraisal and training as appropriate, including continuous professional development.

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