We are seeking a motivated and hard-working individual to support our Facilities Team as a Facilities Assistant (cleaner).
The role will form an integral part of the ward and departmental team, and will require a flexible approach. Duties include cleaning all areas of the healthcare premises to the required standards. The role will combine a mixture of tasks to enable the service to maximise efficiency with support from multi-skilled staff to improve the patient experience.
Previous experience (particularly in a healthcare setting) would be an advantage but not essential, as full training will be provided. Please read the attached Essential Criteria document and give full details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process. Any fields left blank or incomplete on the application form will not be scored.
Please complete your application form online.
Main duties of the job
* Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.
* Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary.
* Clean all hard floors and mop daily.
* Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.
* Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.
* Clean internal glass and ledges.
* Clean all sanitary areas.
* Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
* Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work at any Trust site.
* Completion of departmental paperwork as required.
* Maintain the privacy and dignity of service users.
About us
We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex. Our 6,000 staff serve a population of 1.3 million providing essential medical, nursing, and therapeutic care to adults and children.
Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community, helping people plan, manage, adapt to changes in their health, supporting avoidable hospital admissions and reducing hospital stay times.
Job responsibilities
* Wear correct and clean uniform whilst on duty.
* Attend Departmental meetings as appropriate.
* Participate in the Trust's appraisal system, review and personal development process on an annual basis.
* Undertake training as necessary in line with the development planning process.
* Achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.
* Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team in which he/she works.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Educated to GCSE/O level standard.
* Basic Health & Safety Certificate.
Experience
* Working in a customer-focused environment.
Skills and Knowledge
* Work as part of a team.
* Understand and follow instructions.
* Ability to prioritise own work.
* Smart appearance with good personal hygiene standards.
* Flexible.
* Understanding of infection control principles.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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