Bank Domestic Assistant

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Bank Domestic Assistant

The closing date is 05 August 2026

We are currently looking for flexible, adaptable, and reliable Bank Domestic Assistants who may already have some experience working within a hospital or care setting, to work as part of our friendly and growing team.

You will become part of a dedicated team who are passionate about supporting the NHS and its staff in their vital work by keeping premises clean, safe and hygienic. Bank contracts are great for those who need a bit more flexibility or an ideal opportunity to come in and try a role to see if it suits you before looking at a permanent contract.

Successful candidates will be expected to work across the Andover site, carrying out services in a professional, efficient, friendly and polite manner.

Typical Shift times are 7.30am to 3.30pm, 12.00 midday to 8.00pm, 5.00pm to 8.00pm or 10.00pm and 5.50pm to 1.30am over 7 days per week. There may be some flexibility offered with these hours.

If you have good communication skills, and work well in a fast paced environment, Hampshire Hospitals Foundation Trust welcomes your application.

Main duties of the job

• vacuum cleaning; mopping; dusting, cleaning mirrors, baths, showers, sinks, toilets, washing of tiled surfaces and paintwork; walls and ceilings; emptying and cleaning bins and making sure paper towels, toilet tissue, and hand soap dispensers are replenished
• If you are working in a ward you will usually have additional duties such as washing up and cleaning the kitchen, helping to serve drinks and some basic laundry duties.

What experience and skills do you need?

• You do not need to have any experience as full training and support will be provided
• We are looking for people with the right values who want to make a difference and play a part in the provision of excellent care to our patients
• You will need to have good basic level of English because you may need to speak to patients, visitors and staff in a healthcare environment as well as reporting any issues, and keeping basic records.

What do you need to think about before applying?

• This role is physically demanding, and you will be moving/using equipment and furniture, stretching, reaching, bending and doing lots of repetitive movement
• You will also be exposed to dirt, dust and smell
• If you are applying for a role with an early start or part time hours, please make sure you think about how you will get to the site and that the hours will work for you.

About us

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (HHFT) provides hospital services to around 570,000 people living in Hampshire and parts of West Berkshire, and specialist services to patients from all over the country. We deliver a full range of district hospital services in a variety of locations.

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Training & Qualifications

• Good general education at GCSE level or equivalent
• NVQ or Customer care training

Experience

• Knowledge of COSHH regulations
• Knowledge of manual handling and health and safety regulations
• Knowledge of Infection Control procedures
• Experience working within a healthcare environment
• Experience in using floor machinery

Skills & Abilities

• Autonomous application of knowledge, skills & experience
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, ward staff and Domestic Team
• Ability to work well as part of a team

Other Specific Requirements

• Wil be willing to work flexible hours, pressured workload to meet organisational needs
• Occasional need to support service across site for escalation and training purposes

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.

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust