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Job Summary
An opportunity has become available for enthusiastic, self-motivated persons to join the Facilities Services department to deliver front line services to patients, staff, and visitors.
This post is fixed term/secondment for 12 months due to funding. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Facilities Assistant is a combined role delivering Catering & Housekeeping Services within the Cancer Centre, working in line with national cleaning standards and food safety legislation.
The successful candidates will be expected to undertake all the main tasks in line with the Job Description, working within the values and behaviours of Velindre University Trust.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About Us
Here at Velindre University NHS Trust, we are extremely proud of the specialist services we provide across the whole of Wales in our cutting-edge Velindre Cancer Centre and our award-winning Welsh Blood Service, as well as the expertise of our corporate functions that bring the two divisions together.
Formed in 1999, the Trust has a dedicated workforce that continuously strives to provide the key principles of prudent healthcare through a wide array of roles. We play a vital role in the communities we support and have ambitious plans for the future to continue to improve the services we deliver.
If you want to work for an organisation that prides itself on making a real difference and offers exciting career opportunities, then Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.
Date posted: 31 March 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 2
Salary: £23,970 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 120-EA150-0125-B
Job location: Velindre Cancer Centre, Velindre Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 2TL
Job Description
Responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential:
* Good knowledge of Health & Safety, COSHH, and HACCP food safety management systems.
Desirable:
* NVQ level 2 in food & drink.
Experience
Essential:
* Previous catering or cleaning experience, especially in a care environment (ward & dining room/coffee shop).
Desirable:
* Previous catering or cleaning experience, especially in a care environment (ward & dining room/coffee shop).
Qualifications
Essential:
* Basic Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2, NVQ Level 2 in cleaning. Willing to work towards the All Wales Facilities Apprenticeship Qualification.
Desirable:
* NVQ Level 2 food & drink.
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.
Employer details
Employer name: Velindre Cancer Centre
Address: Velindre Cancer Centre, Velindre Road, Whitchurch, Cardiff, CF14 2TL
Employer's website: https://velindre.nhs.wales/velindrecc/
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