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Main duties and responsibilities

As a Domestic Assistant, you will:

• Clean using the appropriate cleaning techniques, materials and equipment.
• Use cleaning equipment and materials correctly and safely in accordance with health and safety regulations and have a good understanding of relevant health and safety and risk assessments associated with work procedures.
• Complete COSHH, Manual Handling and Annual Fire Training and ensure health and safety protocols are strictly followed.
• Report any cleaning equipment faults, damage or maintenance issues to the Cleaning Supervisor.
• Ensure the safekeeping of keys during working hours.  Turn on alarms and lock doors after cleaning as appropriate.
• Answer queries from students, staff and visitors in the building.
• Carry out a thorough deep clean of specified areas as required, maintain stock of linen and sundries and carry out servicing/turn-around duties in guest accommodation areas.
• Maintain an awareness of the wellbeing of students and refer any issues to the Cleaning Supervisor as necessary.
• Report any accidents or near misses to the Cleaning Supervisor and/or Duty Leader.
• Wear the appropriate uniform and PPE (provided) at all times.
• Any other duties, commensurate with the grade of the post.
• There will be elements of manual handling within the role. The appropriate training will be provided.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post

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