Job summary AW Surgeries is looking to recruit a relief cleaner to join the team. We are seeking an experienced cleaner who will be able to cover all annual leave and sickness absences through out the year. The working hours will be between 6pm - 8pm per shift. It is expected that that there will be a minimum of 30 weeks cover required ( not including sickness absences) Main duties of the job To ensure that the standard of cleanliness within the organisation is implemented and maintained, ensuring a clean environment for patient care. A schedule of cleaning has been added to each area throughout the organisation. The cleaner is to maintain detailed records of activity for regular and robust cleaning audits. To correctly dispose of waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy, whilst also considering the organisations obligations as detailed within the Environmental and Sustainability Policy. To maintain good communications with both the Cleaning Manager and the Practice Manager. About us AW Surgeries is over 100 years old and has always had a reputation for good quality patient care. We have 7 partners,2 salaried GPs, 1 ANP, 1 Paramedic, 4 nurses, 3 HCAs, pharmacist, CPN, Physiotherapist, midwives and voluntary sector input. We are a well-established multidisciplinary training practice for the Back County VTS, teach students from Birmingham medical school and mentor nurse practitioner training and prescribing training for nurses and practice based pharmacists. We are a young, energetic and friendly team with a vision to change how medicine will be delivered in the surgery of the future. We are a highly performing GMS practice, CQC rating Good, with 17,000 patients over 2 sites. Date posted 14 January 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.58 an hour Contract Bank Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number A5203-25-0001 Job locations Albion Street Brierley Hill West Midlands DY5 3EE Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the cleaner. a. To maintain cleaning standards using the recognised quality control procedures b. For auditing purposes, to maintain robust cleaning records to detail activity c. To follow the cleaning schedule d. To ensure that the correct cleaning methods are observed e. To use cleaning equipment in a safe and effective manner, adhering to manufacturers instructions f. To replenish all consumable items (hand towels, toilet roll, etc.) as required g. To remove general waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy and in consideration of the organisations Environmental and Sustainability Policy h. To always adhere to the colour coding system for cleaning equipment, seeking appropriate guidance if required i. To ensure all cleaning materials are stored in a safe and secure manner, adhering to COSHH, HASAW and other legislative acts and guidance j. To undertake legionella flushing of systems within the organisation k. To maintain communication and report any faulty equipment or defects to the Deputy PracticeManager as soon as practically possible l. To participate in cleanliness audits and follow audit action plans to rectify any identified areas for improvement Job description Job responsibilities The following are the core responsibilities of the cleaner. a. To maintain cleaning standards using the recognised quality control procedures b. For auditing purposes, to maintain robust cleaning records to detail activity c. To follow the cleaning schedule d. To ensure that the correct cleaning methods are observed e. To use cleaning equipment in a safe and effective manner, adhering to manufacturers instructions f. To replenish all consumable items (hand towels, toilet roll, etc.) as required g. To remove general waste in accordance with the Waste Management Policy and in consideration of the organisations Environmental and Sustainability Policy h. To always adhere to the colour coding system for cleaning equipment, seeking appropriate guidance if required i. To ensure all cleaning materials are stored in a safe and secure manner, adhering to COSHH, HASAW and other legislative acts and guidance j. To undertake legionella flushing of systems within the organisation k. To maintain communication and report any faulty equipment or defects to the Deputy PracticeManager as soon as practically possible l. To participate in cleanliness audits and follow audit action plans to rectify any identified areas for improvement Person Specification Personal Qualities Essential Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Good interpersonal and communication skills Qualifications Essential City and Guilds Level 2 or a related cleaning qualification (or working willing to work towards) Skills Essential Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow policy and procedure and prioritise workload Ability to effectively manage stock Desirable Knowledge of COSHH and HASAW requirements Other Requirements Essential Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to conduct the full range of duties and responsibilities Experience Essential Previous experience in a similar role Desirable Experience working in a healthcare setting Person Specification Personal Qualities Essential Polite and confident Flexible and cooperative Motivated Good interpersonal and communication skills Qualifications Essential City and Guilds Level 2 or a related cleaning qualification (or working willing to work towards) Skills Essential Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Good interpersonal skills Ability to follow policy and procedure and prioritise workload Ability to effectively manage stock Desirable Knowledge of COSHH and HASAW requirements Other Requirements Essential Flexibility to work outside of core office hours Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to conduct the full range of duties and responsibilities Experience Essential Previous experience in a similar role Desirable Experience working in a healthcare setting 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 details Employer name AW Surgeries Address Albion Street Brierley Hill West Midlands DY5 3EE Employer's website https://www.awsurgeries.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)