Domestic Assistant, Gms Band A

2 weeks ago

Cheltenham, United Kingdom Gloucestershire Managed Services Full time

Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) is seeking reliable and motivated Domestic Assistants to join our team. This role is based primarily at Cheltenham; however, in exceptional circumstances, such as staffing shortages or site issues, you may be asked to provide cover at other GMS sites. As a Domestic assistant, you’ll play a key role in helping us maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment, supporting patient well-being, infection prevention, and high standards of service.
**We have the following Shifts available**:
Monday to Friday
3 x 8am - 3pm = 32.5 hours per week
1 x 8am - 3.30pm = 35 hours per week
1 x 12pm - 7.30pm = 35 hours per week
2 x 5pm - 9pm = 20 hours per week
GMS Terms and Conditions Sentence
Please note this job will attract GMS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS)
Please see attached TCS for reference
- Carry out cleaning duties in wards, clinics, offices, and public areas following organisational and industry standards.
- Provide ward-level food and beverage services, including preparing drinks, distributing snacks, and supporting patient hydration.
- Maintain accurate records of cleaning and food service activities.
- Use cleaning equipment safely and maintain cupboards and supplies.
- Dispose of waste safely and report hazards or issues.
- Respect patient privacy and dignity at all times.

At GMS we are proud to provide a supportive, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and encouraged to develop.
**Benefits include**:
Competitive pay with enhancements for evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.
£12.69 per hour basic
£16.88 authorised overtime rate (paid after 37.5 hours)
Saturdays £17.89 per hour
Sundays and Public Holidays £23.22 per hour
Weekdays between 8pm and 6am £17.89 per hour
- Annual leave 24 days plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), increasing with service, plus one paid volunteering day.
- Sick pay after successful completion of probation.
- Pension scheme with 10% total contribution (4% from employee, 1% tax relief, 5% from GMS).
- Full training with opportunities to gain professional qualifications such as BICS certification.
- Access to a range of employee benefits including childcare facilities (available depending on capacity), salary sacrifice schemes, discounted travel, and well-being offers.

The Domestic Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment across hospital sites. This includes carrying out routine and specialist cleaning in clinical and non-clinical areas, providing ward level food and beverage services, and accurately recording cleaning and housekeeping activities. The role requires adherence to infection prevention procedures, safe use of cleaning equipment and materials and safe disposal of waste, and respect for patient privacy and dignity. The post holder will work independently and as part of a team, support colleagues during high demand period and contribute to maintaining high standards of service at all times.
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