Job summary
Forget the rest - and join the best - Working together forOutstanding Care.
We have a vacancy working hoursper week (
We have supportiveand passionate teams, and you will receive full training to ensure you cansucceed in this role.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within a busy and variedenvironment, working alongsideour clinical and other non-clinicalcolleagues to make a positive contribution to our patients and staff experiencethrough the provision of a Housekeeping service.
These are some of the benefits you will be entitled to;
Competitive paywith weekend enhancements
Generous annualleave up to 32 days per annum dependent upon contracted hours and lengthof service
Flexible hours tosuit other employment and carer responsibilities
Careerprogression or future job opportunities working direct for the NHS
Extensivetraining and support available
NHS pension andlife assurance provision
Uniform provided
Health andwellbeing packages available
Seasonalincentive schemes
Application for this role will be considered inadherence to the Working Time Regulations this will be discussed with youduring interview.
This role requires you to have current right to work in the UK whichenables you to undertake the role without need of sponsorship. Given thecurrent UK immigration regulations this role is not eligible for sponsorshipand therefore it is not possible for the Trust to sponsor applicants.
Main duties of the job
We prideourselves on maintaining cleaning standards to a star-rated audit process.
Join ourteams, we pride ourselves in providing outstanding care to patients across Herefordshireand Worcestershire. We will provide you with resources to develop and progressa long-term career to include flexibility, continual professional developmentas well as a wide range of wellbeing and support.
Workingalongside clinical teams and infection control, housekeeping teams ensure the cleanlinessof the Trusts estate in accordance with national standards and the Trusts strategiccleaning plan.
You will beresponsible for delivering a fully comprehensive and professional cleaning service,to meet NHS standard of cleanliness and other housekeeping duties in accordancewith schedules and procedures and will work within local community hospitals/other inpatient settings/health centres/clinics and administration areas. You will also be required to relayinformation that may impact on other clinical/non-clinical services. The rolewill provide you with variety as no two days are the same.
Inreturn, you will receive full support, training, and guidance to enable you toundertake a range of cleaning duties to include, general cleaning tasks(bathrooms, kitchens, wards, clinics, theatres, office areas, etc.) as well asspecialised cleaning processes to include machines, with some specific tasks beingtailored to the needs of a particular service and around patient care.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitalsand community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental healthand learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people ofall ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexibleworking options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We valuediversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,and ethnicities.
What we offer;
1. 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to33 days with long service
2. Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you workunsocial hours
3. Flexible and agile working opportunities
4. Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
5. Wide range of supportive staff networks
6. Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit ourwebsite.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria forthe role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
7. Previous experience of cleaning in an employed capacity
Desirable
8. Previous experience of cleaning in a clinical environment
Skills & Abilities
Essential
9. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats