Domestic Assistant

Be part of something greater.
  • Job reference: SDX/TP/1941226/153801/RS
  • Location: Stoke On Trent
  • Job type: Part Time - 20 hours per week
  • Salary: £10.45 to £12.60 per hour
  • Closing date: 24 February 2026
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About the role

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

  • 20 Hours / 4 on 4 off working pattern / 17:00-22:00
  • £10.45 - £12.60 per hour
  • Uniform / Blue Light Card / Perks
  • Holidays
  • Location is CDC Hanley

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Job Introduction

We’re looking for a Domestic Assistant to join our Sodexo team at CDC Hanley. In this vital role, you’ll help create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Your work will directly support health and wellbeing throughout the hospital. If you have a strong work ethic, an eye for detail, and take pride in delivering exceptional service, this is your chance to be part of something greater. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your way.

What you’ll do:

  • Maintain patient and visitor privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
  • Deliver cleaning services in line with Trust/Sodexo policies and procedures
  • Use, store, and maintain cleaning equipment and chemicals safely (COSHH)
  • Ensure adequate stock of cleaning materials and equipment
  • Report equipment faults, hazards, and near-miss incidents
  • Participate in audits, surveys, and mandatory training (including infection control)
  • Work safely in environments with dirt, smells, bodily fluids, and occasional verbal aggression
  • Support safeguarding responsibilities and comply with health and safety regulations

What you bring:

  • Physical capability to carry out cleaning duties across various hospital areas
  • Emotional Resilience
  • Be flexible in their approach, willing to ‘go the extra mile’ to ensure patient care and CDC standards are maintained at all times
  • Understanding of Customer Care
  • Ability to listen and have good communication skills
  • Adaptable and self-motivated
  • Understanding of Health and Safety
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Be able to work as part of a team
  • To act on their own initiative and adapt quickly to change

What we offer:

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

  • Mental health and wellbeing resources
  • Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
  • Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
  • Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
  • Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
  • Retirement savings plan and life insurance
  • Full training and protective uniform provided.
  • Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
  • Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
  • Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
  • Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications — so don’t wait!

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

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KEY BENEFITS

  • Advice and guidance

    Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it.
  • Pension Plan

    Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan.
  • Wellbeing support

    Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7.
  • Generous leave

    For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge.
  • Discounts and savings

    Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme
  • Virtual GP

    24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.

Social Impact

Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.

We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.

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Career Stories

  • “I’m so excited to see the team on site develop and grow, I feel we can make a difference here. It’s always about the patients—safe, dignified care is what matters most.”

    Louise, Domestic Manager - Health and Care

  • "It just made me feel proud of myself that I was actually doing something. It was what I enjoyed. It's what I missed from the care home because it just… I couldn't go any further, but I knew with this, I could go further."

    Carly, Sodexo Apprentice - Health and Care

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