Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
The purpose of the post is to provide a complete level of ancillary service to the Clinical Unit/Ward Manager. This is a key post, vital to maintaining the Organisation's hygiene and control of infections.
This is a part-time post covering a 7-day roster to include evenings and weekend working.
Main duties of the job
1. Responsibility for cleanliness of establishment in line with Standards of Quality Control.
2. Responsible for receipting goods and checking for/reporting errors.
3. Control use of stocks in absence of G.S.A Supervisor, marking as necessary.
4. Accountability for all keys/equipment issued or used in the course of duty.
5. Responsibility for reporting breakdowns, security, and adhering to PCH policies and procedures.
6. To undertake all General Services Assistant duties and maintain a professional and hygienic appearance.
7. Awareness of Health and Safety legislation and COSHH.
8. Ability to follow instructions and use equipment provided following training.
9. To be helpful, courteous, and kind to colleagues, staff, patients, and the general public alike.
10. To be aware of patients' dignity and privacy needs at all times and act appropriately.
11. Awareness of hospital/ward/unit procedures.
12. To undertake duties within kitchen areas as requested and trained to do so.
13. Portering duties as and when required.
About us
We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.
We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.
Over 4,000 people make up the Trust, including doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.
We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.
Job responsibilities
To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.
Person Specification
Knowledge & abilities
* Awareness of Health & Safety legislation.
* Awareness of COSHH.
* Ability to carry out cleaning tasks to a high standard.
* Basic IT skills.
Education / Qualifications
* Good basic level of ability in Maths and English.
* Experience of working in a care setting.
* Experience of preparing and serving meals for a range of clients with different dietary requirements.
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.
Employer name
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
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