Domestic Assistant
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Aberystwyth, SY23 1ERView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£26,300
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
25 October 2026
5 days leftJob description
Do you enjoy meeting people and the satisfaction of doing a job that really makes a difference? If the answer is yes, do contact us, as we offer excel...
To undertake routine or emergency/unplanned cleaning tasks in inpatient, outpatient and department areas, follow cleaning schedules and infection control procedures; support ward base catering function.
We offer a full induction, followed by an extensive training program in which the successful candidate will be trained in all aspects of the service.
You will be required to use a variety of equipment.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Interviews will be held on 03/11/2026
Hywel Dda University Health Board plans and provides NHS healthcare services for people living in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, and bordering counties.
We have over 13,000 staff and together we provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
We work in partnership with the three local authorities, as well as public, private and third sector colleagues, including our valued team of volunteers.
- Four main hospitals: Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth; Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen; Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli; and Withybush Hospital in Haverfordwest
- Five community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery hospitals in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron Hospital in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire hospitals in Pembrokeshire
- Two integrated care centres: Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion, and several other community settings
- 47 general practices (six of which are health board managed practices); dental practices (including four orthodontic); 97 community pharmacies; 43 general ophthalmic practices; and 8 ophthalmic domiciliary providers
- Numerous mental health and learning disabilities services
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Able to demonstrate literacy, numeracy and comprehension skills
- Basic Health and Safety, COSHH, Moving and Handling and Food Hygiene knowledge, or willingness to learn through on the job training
Desirable: - Health and Safety, COSHH, Moving and Handling training
Other
Essential: - Able to work flexibly as required
Desirable: - Welsh speaker (Level 1)
Experience
Desirable: - Experience of dealing with the general public
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to understand and follow routine instructions
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to changing demands at short notice
- Demonstrates enthusiasm and a willingness to work as a Domestic
- Prepared to work alone
- Prepared to handle blood and body fluids
- Able to use own initiative
- Able to work as part of a team
- Prepared to be responsible for keys/security/alarms
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
15 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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