Domestic Assistant

JOB SUMMARY

To ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the organisation is implemented and maintained, ensuring a clean environment for patient care in accordance with the NHS England National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2025. Detailed information relating to the expected standards and specific cleaning frequencies are contained within the organisations Cleaning Standards and Schedule Policy. A schedule of cleaning has been added to each area throughout the organisation and across our 5 sites. The Domestic Assistant is to maintain detailed records of activity for regular and robust cleaning audits. To maintain good communications with both the Domestic Team and the Site Manager team.

PRIMARY KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

• To maintain cleaning standards using the recognised quality control procedures as detailed within the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2025 NHS England National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2025
• For auditing purposes, to maintain robust cleaning records to detail activity
• To follow the cleaning schedule as stated in the Cleaning Standards and Schedule Policy
• To ensure that the correct cleaning methods are observed
• To use cleaning equipment in a safe and effective manner, adhering to manufacturers instructions
• To replenish/order all consumable items (hand towels, toilet roll, etc.) as required
• To remove general waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy and Green Plan and Sustainable Development Policy
• To always adhere to the colour coding system for cleaning equipment, seeking appropriate guidance if required.
• National colour coding scheme for General Practice Poster - Infection Prevention Control
• To ensure all cleaning materials are stored in a safe and secure manner, adhering to COSHH, HASAW and other legislative acts and guidance
• To undertake legionella flushing of systems within the organisation
• To maintain communication and report any faulty equipment or defects to the management as soon as practically possible
• To liaise with the Site Manager and Assistant Site Manager in the conducting of cleanliness audits and follow audit action plans to rectify any identified areas for improvement
• Be an integral part of the general practice team
• Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children.
• Undertake all mandatory training and induction programmes
• Attend a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months.
• Performance and training will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed.
• Periodic changing of curtains in clinical rooms.
• Deep cleans.

Wider Responsibilities

• Act as a designated keyholder, ensuring the general safety and security of the premises.
• This includes securing the building by locking all doors and windows, activating the intruder alarm (where applicable), and reporting any suspicious activity or security concerns in accordance with site specific procedures.
• Wearing, at all times, protective clothing provided by the Practice and keeping in a clean and serviceable condition.
• Support other members of the Domestic Team as required.
• Support and participate in shared learning.