Job summary
Facilities Department
Mount Vernon Hospital, Northwood
Part-Time Domestic Assistant
The shift pattern below requires five shifts to be worked per week and may include weekend working.
15.30-20.00 22.5 hours per week
16.00-20.00 20 hours per week
17.00-20.00 15 hours per week
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.
Job summary
To provide a domestic cleaning service to remove dust, dirt, debris, liquid to prevent the spread of infection, preserve the life of the building, fabric and furnishings whilst providing a clinical and/or socially acceptable hospital environment which includes wards, departments and public areas.
Main duties of the job
Our domestic team take pride in ensuring all areas of the hospital meet high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in all patient, visitor and staff areas. For these positions it is desirable to have previous cleaning experience but not essential, we can provide full training. You will however need to have:
- good communication skills both written and verbal
- be able to demonstrate good customer service skills
We offer a full range of benefits, on-site nursery facilities (5% discount for staff) and restaurant as well as a wide range of training and career development opportunities.
Please note that applicants must be able to demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
For an application pack please visitwww.jobs.nhs.uk and apply online quoting the appropriate reference number. For further information about the Trust visit our website www.thh.nhs.uk
**All applicants who have been shortlisted for Interview will be contacted via NHS Jobs via e-mail so please check your e-mails regularly.
Please note that all candidates at risk in London and going through the NHS London Redeployment scheme are to be given priority as part of the recruitment process where their application meets the essential criteria for the role.
About us
The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services, including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics, and maternity services. The Trust's services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit, and outpatient clinics.
The safety and well-being of our patients and staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this - particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals, and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe, and compassionate care, while we drive forward with the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital.
We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed.
Details
Date posted
20 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£28,720 a year Per annum pro rata (inclusive of HCAA)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
394-Corp-7421615DT
Job locations
Mount Vernon Hospital
Rickmansworth Road
Northwood
HA6 2RN
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
Desirable
- Training or Knowledge of Infection Control
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of cleaning and/or food handling procedures for 12 months or more
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of Health and Safety
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients,staff and visitors.
- Able to understand the needs to work safely at all times.
Other requirements
Essential
- Able to effectively use cleaning chemicals & equipment eg vacuum cleaners,polishers,mops etc.
- Physically fit able to push trolleys,pull out beds,move light furniture to facilitate cleaning.
- Able to stand for long periods of time.
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of using electrical floor cleaning equipment.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
Desirable
- Training or Knowledge of Infection Control
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of cleaning and/or food handling procedures for 12 months or more
Desirable
- Basic knowledge of Health and Safety
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with patients,staff and visitors.
- Able to understand the needs to work safely at all times.
Other requirements
Essential
- Able to effectively use cleaning chemicals & equipment eg vacuum cleaners,polishers,mops etc.
- Physically fit able to push trolleys,pull out beds,move light furniture to facilitate cleaning.
- Able to stand for long periods of time.
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of using electrical floor cleaning equipment.
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.
Employer details
Employer name
The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Mount Vernon Hospital
Rickmansworth Road
Northwood
HA6 2RN
Employer's website
https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Mount Vernon Hospital
Rickmansworth Road
Northwood
HA6 2RN
Employer's website
https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)
