Domestic Housekeeping Assistant

Job Title

Domestic Housekeeping Assistant

Location

Little Hulton

Salary

£25,272 (pro rata) – Band 2 competency framework

Hours

22.5 hours over 5 days out of 7 per week

4.5 hours per day between Mon -Sun, including Bank holidays

Contract

Permanent, part-time

Introduction

At Moya Cole Hospice, there’s one thing that motivates us and that’s providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We’re continuously developing our plans for delivering outstanding person-centered care that is innovative and evidence- based and to ensure Moya Cole is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You’ll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

Job Summary

The Role

The Domestic Housekeeping Assistant will:

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and presentation throughout all hospice areas, including patient, clinical, office and public spaces.
• Use, maintain and store cleaning equipment and materials safely, reporting any faults, maintenance issues or supply shortages promptly.
• Carry out daily, scheduled and ad hoc cleaning duties in accordance with hospice procedures and the NHS National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness.
• Follow infection prevention and control requirements, including the safe use of PPE, cleaning equipment and chemicals in line with COSHH regulations.
• Complete cleaning records, room checklists and other required documentation accurately and on time.
• Participate in mandatory training, team meetings, one-to-one reviews and the Performance Development Review (PDR) process.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues to ensure housekeeping services support the delivery of high-quality patient care.
• Respect the dignity, privacy and individual needs of patients, families and visitors at all times.

Requirements

The Domestic Housekeeping Assistant will have:

Essential:

• Previous housekeeping or domestic services experience
• Good standard of literacy and numeracy equivalent to GCSE level or demonstrable workplace experience.
• Basic IT skills, including the ability to use Outlook, Sharepoint, Word and Excel for data entry
• Understanding of infection prevention and control principles.
• Knowledge of safe use of cleaning equipment, chemicals and COSHH procedures.
• Experience of laundry processes and procedures.

Desirable:

• Experience within a healthcare, hospice, residential care or similar environment.
• Experience using healthcare cleaning schedules and audit processes.
• Knowledge of NHS National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness.
• Experience working with vulnerable individuals.

The Domestic Housekeeping Assistant will be able to:

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high standards.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to undertake manual handling activities appropriate to the role following training.
• Compassionate, respectful and professional approach.
• Understanding of the importance of dignity, confidentiality and privacy.
• Flexible and reliable with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work sensitively within a hospice environment.

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution (or the ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contribution’s into the scheme in the previous 12 months)
• Life cover
• Free parking
• Discounted meals on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP Platinum employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

How to Apply

If you would like to contribute to making a difference for a much-loved charity, we’d love to hear from you.

Click HERE to apply. 

Please contact Donna Riva-Burdaky on 01614378136 or email donna.riva-burdaky@moyacole.org.uk for more information.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a DBS Check at the level appropriate to the role, the cost of which is covered by the hospice. Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Timescales

We reserve the right to close and interview prior to the dates outlined below.

Closing date: 27th November 2026

Interview date: TBC with sufficient notice