Job Description
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Domestic Assistant – Hotel Services Department
Band 2 £26,696 – £28,988 pro rata/per annum plus Distant Islands Allowance of £1,461 pro rata/per annum.
Hours: Monday – Friday 13:00 – 19:00 (22.56 hours per week). Permanent post.
Location: Uist & Barra Hospital, Balivanich, Isle of Benbecula.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide cleaning services to patients, staff and visitors using effective and efficient methods to deliver a safe and welcoming environment, meeting the required standards as per the National Cleaning Services Specification.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Must achieve the Mandatory Induction Standards for Healthcare Support Workers within three months of full-time employment (or up to six months for part-time workers).
- Must comply with the Code of Conduct.
- Must register with the PVG (Protecting Vulnerable Groups) Scheme.
- This post is not eligible for relocation expenses or Sponsorship.
How to Apply
For further information or an informal discussion on the post please contact the Hotel Services Department at the Western Isles Hospital, Tel: .
All NHS Western Isles vacancies appear on the NHS Scotland website: apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk.
Closing date: 27/07/2026.