Domestic Assistant

Salary

£25,614 - £25,614 per annum (pro rata)

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Part Time

Hours per week

19

Work Base

Gedling Hub, Arnold, NG5 8AA

Working Arrangements

Site Based

Job Description / Person Specification

Domestic Assistant JDPS.pdf – 172KB Competency FrameworkTier 7a

Number of posts

1

Interview date

2 November 2026 Closing Date 01 November 2026 23:55

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. We believe in creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and support to those who need it most.

As a Domestic Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring our facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming. Your efforts will help create a pleasant environment for everyone who visits. If you have a passion for cleanliness and a desire to support your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

In this role, you will:

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the establishment.
• Clean floors, surfaces, and washrooms according to our cleaning specifications.
• Respond promptly to spillages and deep clean areas on a rotational basis.
• Remove waste and ensure it is disposed of correctly.
• Set up furniture and prepare rooms for sessions, ensuring a tidy space afterwards.
• Assist with coffee bar duties, including serving customers and operating the till.
• Help monitor cleaning supplies and assist the caretaker with logbooks and inventories.

To succeed as a Domestic Assistant, you should have:

• GCSE passes at grade C or above in English and Maths.
• A good understanding of health and safety practices.
• Experience in cleaning or domestic roles is desirable but not essential.

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have excellent organisational skills and can manage their time effectively.
• Communicate well with others and work as part of a team.
• Show a positive, flexible attitude and a commitment to excellent customer care.
• Are willing to engage in training and development opportunities.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:

• A place to belong: a friendly, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A supportive environment that encourages work-life balance.
• Competitive pay and generous leave entitlements.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make a difference in your community! If you are ready to join a team that values your contributions and supports your growth, apply today to become a Domestic Assistant with Nottinghamshire County Council!

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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Kirsty Spear on 07890438731 or by email Kirsty.Spear@nottscc.gov.uk.Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.