IFM Facilities Assistant-Domestic Assistant
Band 2
Main area Facilities Assistant Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent: 15 hours Hours Part time - 15 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Job ref 842-SFM-7694-26-A
Site St Oswalds Hospital Town Ashbourne Salary £25,272 per annum pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 22/10/2026 23:59
The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the IFM team at St Oswald's Hospital in Ashbourne as a Facilities Assistant The core role is as a domestic assistant ;however, this may also include Porters duties .This role is essential in supporting the smooth running of the hospital to support colleagues ,patients and visitors You will be joining an existing team of 14 facilities staff who work across the site Full training will be given in all parts of the role, and you will be supported by the facilities supervisor The shift pattern is Monday to Friday 15:00-18:00.
Main duties of the job
As a Domestic Assistant, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors. You may work independently or as part of a team, following agreed work schedules, cleaning methods and procedures in line with the National Standards of Cleanliness.
We are looking for someone who is flexible, reliable and able to adapt to changing service needs. You may be required to work across different sites when necessary to support service demands.
Working for our organisation
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people’s own homes and via virtual consultations.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
As a valued member of our team, you’ll support the daily operational needs of our services helping to ensure patients, visitors, and staff experience a welcoming and well-maintained environment. Your contribution will directly support high-quality care within the hospital.
As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Workerroute we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visa’s and Immigration. After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk website Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) ”
Person specification
Essential and desirable
- Ability to prioritise and organise workload as required within own area of service
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills or willing to work towards
- Basic Health and Safety Certificate
- NVQ in cleaning
- Previous cleaning experience
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year.
We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.
DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.
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Our vision is to see the health of local communities improve through partnership working, putting people at the centre and looking to the future.
Our values:
1) To get the basics right - For each other, local people and communities
2) To act with compassion and respect - For each other, local people and communities
3) To make a positive difference - For each other, local people and communities
4) To value and develop teamwork - With our partners and within DCHS
5) To value diversity and inclusivity - Of each other, local people and communities.
The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.
We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis. If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly.
If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or dchst.recruitment@nhs.net and we will be happy to provide assistance.
Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidate’s individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.
All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety.
Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
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Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust is an outstanding employer that prioritises the professional growth and development of its nursing staff. With a strong commitment to governance and safeguarding, the Trust fosters a collaborative work culture where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged, ensuring that employees feel valued and engaged in their roles. Located in a vibrant community, this position offers unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery while enjoying a supportive environment.
