Night Domestic Operative

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patientexperiences.

• 26.25 Hours / 4 on 4 off
• £16.02 per hour
• Location isIpswich Hospital

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Job Introduction

As a Domestic Night Operative at Ipswich Hospital, you’ll play an essential partin maintaining a clean, safe and clinically acceptable environment forpatients, visitors and staff. Working across theatres, wards, departments andpublic areas, you’ll respond to urgent cleaning requirements and completespecialist decontamination tasks to the highest standards. Your work willdirectly support infection prevention and help ensure clinical areas are safeand ready for use.

What you’ll do

• Respond promptly to urgent cleaning requests across theatres, wards, departments and public areas.
• Carry out detailed terminal cleans following patient discharge or infectious episodes.
• Clean and disinfect theatres, side rooms, bays and recovery areas in line with FR1 Cleaning Standards.
• Safely prepare and operate specialist decontamination equipment, including Hydrogen Peroxide Vapour and UV-C systems.
• Follow infection prevention procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, method statements and colour-coding requirements.
• Use the Trust’s EPIC task allocation devices to receive, manage and update cleaning tasks in real time.
• Complete cleaning records, checklists and electronic logs accurately to support audit and traceability requirements.
• Communicate effectively with clinical teams, theatre coordinators, bed management and supervisors.
• Report equipment faults, hazards, spillages, access issues and safety concerns promptly.
• Help maintain a professional, safe and reassuring hospital environment throughout the night.

What you bring

• Basic literacy skills and the ability to complete records accurately.
• Previous experience using specialist cleaning machinery.
• Manual handling training.
• A strong understanding of safe working practices and the importance of infection prevention.
• Clear communication and excellent customer-care skills when supporting patients, visitors and colleagues.
• The ability to follow instructions, procedures and safety requirements consistently.
• A professional, respectful and compassionate approach towards patients and visitors.
• High standards of personal hygiene and attention to detail.
• The confidence to work independently while also contributing positively to a team.
• The ability to remain calm and effective in stressful or time-sensitive situations.
• A flexible approach and a willingness to complete all required company and Trust training.

What we offer

Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job — it’s a chance tomake a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act withpurpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range ofbenefits 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 andbring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

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

About Sodexo

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

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

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

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

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