Synchronicity Care Limited (SCL) are a wholly owned subsidiary company of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT). SCL provides a range of non-clinical Estates, Facilities and Procurement services to CDDFT.
An excellent opportunity has arisen within SCL for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed individual to influence and contribute as part of the Domestic Services Team at Darlington Memorial Hospital.
Domestic Assistants are important members of the team who assist with maintaining a clean and welcoming environment over a 24/7 period for patients, staff and visitors within a busy acute hospital. The successful applicant should preferably have previous cleaning experience in a healthcare environment; however, full training will be provided, and all successful post holders will be expected to work towards gaining an NVQ Level 2 Certificate in Cleaning and Support Services.
Successful post holders will be expected to work a shift pattern that includes weekends. All post holders will be subject to a 6-month probationary period.
Main duties of the job
Successful post holders will be required to carry out specific cleaning and other related duties following set procedures and standards to maintain the levels of cleanliness throughout the environment.
They will be required to work as part of a team and have the ability to use a degree of initiative to prioritise and organise the daily duties, whilst maintaining a professional approach at all times regardless of the situation.
They will ensure that communication channels are maintained between appropriate staff, visitors, and patient groups with regard to departmental cleaning hygiene.
Post holders will also be expected to be flexible to the needs of the service, ensuring that a continuity of service is maintained whilst adhering to all relevant policies and procedures.
They will have the ability to work unsupervised, be caring, flexible, and reliable, and have good levels of personal hygiene.
About us
CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services. The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ from the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company, you will benefit from:
* Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme
* Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST), with CDD Services paying a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
* Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
* Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only.
Job responsibilities
To undertake cleaning duties as detailed within the domestic method statements, following cleaning schedules and COSHH guidelines.
Ensure compliance with all aspects of Health & Safety legislation and correct use of PPE.
To maintain the hospital environment as laid down in the National Standards of Cleanliness.
Undertake rectifications from the cleaning audit action plans and show continual improvement.
Assist with beverage service as required and agreed.
Thorough and hygienic cleaning of all domestic equipment and storage areas.
To attend Trust or required training courses that are relevant to the post as a domestic.
Request and replenish all cleaning products through effective stock ordering.
Maintain a high level of personal hygiene.
Adhere to all Trust / SCL and Departmental policies and procedures.
Check all equipment before use and report any faults and defects to supervisor/manager.
Record and maintain records as required.
Report any estates issues that have an impact on the cleaning services that you provide.
Undertake any other domestic-oriented duties as required.
Specialist Cleaning Activities
To undertake any specialised cleaning (HPV cleaning) as and when instructed by a supervisor or manager, following appropriate protocols and completion of associated documentation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* To be able to demonstrate a reasonable secondary education.
* Basic understanding of Health & Safety issues and COSHH.
* Previous experience in this type of work would be preferable. Must have NVQ 2 in Support Services or Customer Care or be willing to work towards.
Experience
* Previous experience as a domestic/housekeeper.
* Experience of working as a domestic in a healthcare environment. Experience of working in a multi-professional team.
Special Skills & Knowledge
* Must be able to work within a caring, confidential environment and have the ability to work on their own as well as part of a team in a busy environment.
* Understanding of the National Standards of Cleanliness.
Special Requirements
* Must be caring, flexible, and reliable, and have good levels of personal hygiene.
* The ability to work unsupervised.
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.
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