Domestic Assistant
| Posting date: | 29 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.92 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 12 June 2026 |
| Location: | Hereford, HR1 |
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDX/TP/2245345/158036 |
Summary
Domestic Assistant – Healthcare
Location: Hereford County Hospital
Hours: 15 hours per week
Pay: £12.92 per hour
Asa Domestic Assistant at Sodexo, based at Hereford County Hospital, you play avital role in maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic environment for patients,staff and visitors. Your work directly supports patient well being and helpsensure high standards of care are delivered across the hospital. Thisrole is ideal for someone who takes pride in cleanliness, works well as part ofa team, and understands the importance of safety and hygiene in a healthcaresetting.
What You’ll Do
- Carry out cleaning duties across wards and departments to meet required standards and schedules
- Clean floors, furniture, bathrooms, and patient areas including beds and high-touch surfaces
- Safely handle and dispose of waste, including clinical and domestic materials
- Use cleaning equipment and materials correctly, following COSHH and safety procedures
- Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels and toiletries
- Follow infection control procedures and respond to ad-hoc cleaning requests when needed
- Work safely at all times, using PPE and following health & safety guidance
- Interact politely and professionally with patients, visitors and staff while maintaining confidentiality
What You Bring
- A strong focus on cleanliness, hygiene and attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and work to set procedures
- Good communication and customer service skills
- A positive, reliable and team-oriented approach
- Empathy and confidence when interacting with patients and visitors
- Ability to work safely in a healthcare environment
- Basic literacy and understanding of workplace safety
What We Offer
- Full training and protective uniform.
- Access to Sodexo’s Discounts Scheme for you, friends and family.
- 24/7 virtual GP and well being support.
- Employee Assistance Programme for personal, financial and emotional support.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Retirement savings plan and death‑in‑service benefit.
- Opportunities to grow your career within Sodexo.
About Sodexo
AtSodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build abetter life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Qualityof Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers eachday through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits& Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
Weare committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendlyemployer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diversevariety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage ouremployees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, SodexoParents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together,Generations and Origins.
We’rea Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chanceto fulfill their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteriafor the job.
SodexoDisability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.