Job summary
Kettering General Hospital are in the process of recruiting roles at our newly renovated site, Spinneyfields in Rushden. We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients and staff.
We are seeking dedicated and positive Facilities Assistants who can work flexible shift patterns across the week and alternate weekends.
The role will consist of a mixture of Housekeeping, Catering and light Portering duties.
Catering - You will be part of a team that provides meals to our patients. The post holders will be expected to carry out duties to include stock management, checking in deliveries, providing food for patients, cleaning and dealing with waste. The post holder will ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with the Food Safety Management System and HACCP.
Housekeeping - You will be performing cleaning duties according to cleaning schedules, agreed practices and protocols as guided by the supervisory team. To undertake these duties across the site in both clinical and non-clinical areas. Working to the Trust standards, protocols and guidelines ensuring a clean and safe environment in line with the National Standards of Cleanliness (NSC) in the NHS.
Portering - The post will also include other duties such as the collection and delivery of equipment, post, medical gasses, linen, and waste movements.
If you are a motivated individual who has a passion for facilities work, upload your application form to be considered for the role.
Main duties of the job
What can we offer you?
1. Newly renovated premises, a working environment to be proud of.
2. On-site car parking
3. Supportive working environment
4. Flexible shift patterns to accommodate your work / life balance
5. NHS Pension enrollment
Join us at Spinneyfields and be part of a community setting that values quality and excellence in all aspects of our caring operations.
Please note the role is currently subject to job banding.
About us
Spinneyfields is located in Rushden with an array of car parking on site. The site is perfect for those living locally or within walking distance. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the main job description and personal specification for further details.
Please indicate in your supporting statement if you are looking for full time or part time employment and that you can identify which of our values means the most to you? Failure to answer the question will result in your application being rejected.
Person Specification
Education / Training
Essential
6. Level 1 in IT or equivalent experience/skill
7. Be willing to undertake the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
8. Educated to or working towards NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Skills
Knowledge
Essential
9. Knowledge, understanding or willingness to learn different dietary & cultural needs
Desirable
10. Previous knowledge of COSHH
11. Previous experience of cleaning in a Healthcare Environment
12. Knowledge of health & safety in the workplace
Skills
Essential
13. Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and service users
14. Good organisational skills
15. Educated to basic entrance level in English literacy and numeracy
16. Able to prioritise own workload within policy and guidelines using own initiative
17. Able to lift and handle medium loads and use safe manual handling techniques
18. Able to operate and manipulate mechanical cleaning machines
19. Basic Computer Skills