Job summary To provide cleaning and catering services in a hospital setting working in various shifts, this will entail all aspects of the cleaning services to all parts of the ward so clinical areas, washrooms, common parts and circulation areas. Taking food orders from patients in line with agreed dietary guidance and cooking pre prepared food order and making beverages and snacks as necessary Main duties of the job Cleaning of the ward, common parts and circulation areas, cleaning washrooms and bathrooms Cooking pre prepared meals in a regen oven Making beverages and snacks for patients About us Provide is a Community Interest Company (social enterprise). We deliver a broad range of health and social care services in the community, and are committed to making sure that they are safe, responsive and of high quality. Provide is owned by its employees and has primarily social objectives. Any profits we make are reinvested into the local community or back into delivering services. We work from a variety of community settings, such as community hospitals, community clinics, schools, nursing homes and primary care settings, as well as within people's homes to provide more than 40 services to children, families and adults across Essex, Dorset, East Anglia and the North of England. A highly respected, award winning health and social care provider. We expect our staff to demonstrate and uphold our values at all times: Vision: Transforming Lives Values: Care, Innovation and Compassion Mission: An ambitious, employee owned social enterprise, growing in size and influence. We transform lives by treating, caring and educating people. Provide is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, proud to have LGBT, Ethnic Minority and Men's Networks. We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups. If you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply regardless of your background. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Yearly Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 828-PROVIDE3356 Job locations St. Peters Hospital Spital Road Maldon CM9 6EG Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES To undertake routine, specific and deep cleaning tasks as detailed in the Provide Cleaning Guidelines for Community Hospitals and ensure all organisational policies, procedures and local departmental procedures are adhered to. To use cleaning as necessary to undertake the variety of cleaning tasks required and as directed by the co-ordinator. To ensure all equipment is used, cleaned and stored safely and dismantled and assembled as necessary. Ensure any defects or faults are reported immediately to the Team Leader. To empty waste bins and remove sacks of waste to various points of collection on the site in accordance with Organisations waste disposal policy. Correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used at all times. To ensure that the health and wellbeing of patients is at the centre of all activities and that all staff engage and communicate with patients as appropriate. To be responsible for taking delivery of cook/freeze food and checking quantities against delivery notes. To regenerate cook/freeze meals recording the temperatures of food prior to serving To ensure kitchen equipment, regeneration equipment and all surfaces are clean at all times To ensure food is ready to be served at the correct times for service and all waste food is discarded immediately after service and recording the wastage. To ensure the dining room is cleaned after each meal. To wash up all crockery, cutlery and kitchen utensils after meals and breaks. Ensure all food items are correctly stored, ensuring strict stock rotation, especially of fridge items. To record fridge and freezer temperatures twice a day To take menu orders from patients, ensuring dietary requiremnts are observed eg allergies, textured meals. To serve beverages to patients in appropriate cup/beaker according to patients needs. Also to check if patient requires thickened fluids and requesting clinical staff to assist with addition of thickener. To undertake and statutory and mandatory training as provided by the Organisation and participate in an annual PDR, where working practices may be reviewed, and objectives set. Show willingness to pursue opportunities to develop oneself and complete additional training relevant to the role and service needs. To observe and comply with all COSHH regulations regarding use, handling and storage of all cleaning materials and fluids, in accordance with Organisations policies and procedures. To maintain a top up system for domestic products to agreed levels. To use resources efficiently and effectively. To follow and adhere to the Organisations Health and Safety Policies and instructions and be responsible for your own and others health and safety in the workplace. Maintain good communication and co-operation with all wards and departments and feeding back information and seeking advice as and when necessary to/from the Team Leader. To sign in and out at the commencement and end of each shift and ensure monthly return is filled in appropriately. Complete uniform, in accordance to the Organisations uniform policy, to be worn with identity badge visible at all times. Uniform not be worn outside of the work place and must be laundered according to Infection Prevention policies. To complete allocated work under supervision, maintain quality of own work and encourage others to do so. Be prepared to contribute to the induction and training of new staff members by showing them current cleaning systems/practices in place on the site. Job description Job responsibilities MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES To undertake routine, specific and deep cleaning tasks as detailed in the Provide Cleaning Guidelines for Community Hospitals and ensure all organisational policies, procedures and local departmental procedures are adhered to. To use cleaning as necessary to undertake the variety of cleaning tasks required and as directed by the co-ordinator. To ensure all equipment is used, cleaned and stored safely and dismantled and assembled as necessary. Ensure any defects or faults are reported immediately to the Team Leader. To empty waste bins and remove sacks of waste to various points of collection on the site in accordance with Organisations waste disposal policy. Correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is used at all times. To ensure that the health and wellbeing of patients is at the centre of all activities and that all staff engage and communicate with patients as appropriate. To be responsible for taking delivery of cook/freeze food and checking quantities against delivery notes. To regenerate cook/freeze meals recording the temperatures of food prior to serving To ensure kitchen equipment, regeneration equipment and all surfaces are clean at all times To ensure food is ready to be served at the correct times for service and all waste food is discarded immediately after service and recording the wastage. To ensure the dining room is cleaned after each meal. To wash up all crockery, cutlery and kitchen utensils after meals and breaks. Ensure all food items are correctly stored, ensuring strict stock rotation, especially of fridge items. To record fridge and freezer temperatures twice a day To take menu orders from patients, ensuring dietary requiremnts are observed eg allergies, textured meals. To serve beverages to patients in appropriate cup/beaker according to patients needs. Also to check if patient requires thickened fluids and requesting clinical staff to assist with addition of thickener. To undertake and statutory and mandatory training as provided by the Organisation and participate in an annual PDR, where working practices may be reviewed, and objectives set. Show willingness to pursue opportunities to develop oneself and complete additional training relevant to the role and service needs. To observe and comply with all COSHH regulations regarding use, handling and storage of all cleaning materials and fluids, in accordance with Organisations policies and procedures. To maintain a top up system for domestic products to agreed levels. To use resources efficiently and effectively. To follow and adhere to the Organisations Health and Safety Policies and instructions and be responsible for your own and others health and safety in the workplace. Maintain good communication and co-operation with all wards and departments and feeding back information and seeking advice as and when necessary to/from the Team Leader. To sign in and out at the commencement and end of each shift and ensure monthly return is filled in appropriately. Complete uniform, in accordance to the Organisations uniform policy, to be worn with identity badge visible at all times. Uniform not be worn outside of the work place and must be laundered according to Infection Prevention policies. To complete allocated work under supervision, maintain quality of own work and encourage others to do so. Be prepared to contribute to the induction and training of new staff members by showing them current cleaning systems/practices in place on the site. Person Specification Education Essential oGCSE grade C or above in English and Maths or equivalent qualification. oNVQ Level 3 in Admin/RSA 3. City and Guild certificate or equivalent level of experience Work Related Knowledge and Experience Desirable Full UK Driving licence or ability to travel between locations Knowledge of the NHS Experience in a similar role Essential 1 year experience in a similar role Desirable Food hygiene certificate or cleaning certificate Person Specification Education Essential oGCSE grade C or above in English and Maths or equivalent qualification. oNVQ Level 3 in Admin/RSA 3. City and Guild certificate or equivalent level of experience Work Related Knowledge and Experience Desirable Full UK Driving licence or ability to travel between locations Knowledge of the NHS Experience in a similar role Essential 1 year experience in a similar role Desirable Food hygiene certificate or cleaning certificate 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Provide CIC Address St. Peters Hospital Spital Road Maldon CM9 6EG Employer's website https://www.provide.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)