Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
We are looking for a dedicated and caring person to take pride in cleaning to a high standard to join our very successful and hardworking Housekeeping Team. The post is to specialize in all aspects of cleaning.
Main duties of the job
The role itself is physically demanding but rewarding. Experience of cleaning in the workplace and an NVQ in Housekeeping/Domestic Services is desirable but full training will be provided for the right applicant. Completing a certificate in Housekeeping/Domestic Services will be offered to successful applicants.
Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
1. To organise own day to day activities to ensure the cleanliness of the area you are assigned to under the direction of the Housekeeping Manager or Deputy. This will include cleaning areas such as corridors, offices, stairs, toilets, bathrooms, kitchens, dining rooms, theatres and bedrooms on a frequent basis.
2. Work to NHS and Trust policies and standards of cleanliness and the required work frequencies as per the Work schedules provided.
3. To ensure the correct use of chemicals for the type of surface and finish, making certain the handling, storage and safe usage are in line with the COSHH regulations, data sheets and training given.
4. To adhere to all aspects of Infection Control in all areas of work, including the use of colour coded equipment to ensure there is no spread of infection.
5. Responsible for observing and monitoring the condition of the environment you clean and report any defects that will prevent you from carrying out your duties via the Trust Estates reporting mechanism.
6. Responsible for assessing the condition of all equipment you use and report any defects observed to ensure its continued quality and safety and reporting defects via the Trust Estates reporting mechanism.
7. Responsible for maintaining clear and accurate records providing documentary evidence that cleaning has taken place.
8. To respond to any actions that may arise from cleaning monitoring audits and surface swabbing audits.
9. To adhere to the outlet flushing regime set out by the Trust to minimise the accumulation of Legionella bacteria in water systems in accordance with relevant technical guidance.
10. Responsible for reporting of incidents, accidents and near misses that occur at work via the use of Datix.
11. To ensure that all work is carried out in strict accordance with the handling and moving training received to ensure your personal health and safety and that of others.
12. To ensure all tasks are completed using the risk assessments and safe systems of work as instructed by your Housekeeping Manager or Deputy.
13. To ensure patients privacy and dignity is maintained throughout your work.
14. To carry out your duties adhering to the Lone Working procedures as per the training given by your manager.
15. Report any problems that might arise from your duties.
16. Responsible for ensuring security of stock whilst also monitoring and managing the stock levels and re-ordering on a weekly basis or as required.
17. Undertake surveys as part of own role, including review/testing of new equipment.
18. Ensure that the assigned area of work is left secure by ensuring that where necessary all windows and doors are closed or locked, alarms are set and that lights are turned off.
19. Co-operate fully when new methods of work or frequencies of cleaning are introduced.
20. Demonstrate own activities/tasks to new employees on a work shadowing basis.
21. Act as a liaison for the service by responding to ad hoc requests via the trusts paging system.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Training
* NVQ Level 2 in relevant subject or equivalent qualification or experience
* Health & safety
* COSHH
Experience
* Cleaning skills/knowledge
* Previous experience in Domestic
* Previous experience in a hospital/healthcare environment
Skills and Competencies
* To undertake best and safe practices under health & safety guidelines
* Ability to follow written instructions/read notices and complete records
* Working knowledge of cleaning equipment
Knowledge (including specialist or technical knowledge required)
* Numerate & Literate
* COSHH regulations
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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