Job summary
Were looking for someone reliable, detail-focused, and proud of the difference a well-kept environment makes. In return, youll be part of a supportive team, work in a respected community/clinical setting, and know that your role has a direct impact on patient care every single day.
Main duties of the job
The role involves maintaining a high standard of cleanliness throughout the practice, including clinical rooms, waiting areas, offices, and staff facilities. Duties include cleaning and disinfecting surfaces, mopping and vacuuming floors, cleaning toilets and kitchens, and regularly sanitising high-touch areas. You will also be responsible for safely disposing of waste, restocking hygiene supplies, and following infection control and health and safety procedures at all times.
About us
We are a well-established General Practice providing high-quality, patient-centred care to our local community. Our dedicated team of clinicians and support staff work together to deliver a wide range of primary care services in a safe, welcoming, and professional environment.
We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of care, cleanliness, and infection control, ensuring the wellbeing of both patients and staff. As part of our team, you will contribute to a supportive workplace that values reliability, teamwork, and the important role every staff member plays in delivering excellent healthcare services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
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Clean and disinfect all clinical and non-clinical areas, including waiting rooms, consulting rooms, treatment rooms, offices, and staff areas
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Follow strict infection prevention and control procedures (e.g., cleaning schedules, colour-coded equipment)
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Safely handle and dispose of clinical and non-clinical waste in accordance with guidelines
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Clean floors (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishing as required)
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Clean surfaces, furniture, fixtures, and fittings, including high-touch areas (door handles, light switches)
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Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
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Maintain cleanliness of toilets and kitchen areas
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Report maintenance issues, hazards, or low stock levels to management
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Use cleaning chemicals safely and in accordance with COSHH regulations
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Ensure cleaning equipment is maintained and stored properly
Person Specification
Essential:
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Previous cleaning experience (preferably in healthcare or similar setting)
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Knowledge of basic cleaning methods and use of cleaning equipment (COSHH)
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Understanding of hygiene and infection control standards
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Ability to work independently and follow instructions
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Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
Desirable:
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Experience working in a GP surgery, hospital, or care setting
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Knowledge of COSHH and health & safety regulations
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Basic understanding of clinical waste handling
Working Hours
Key Skills
Additional Requirements
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Compliance with health and safety policies
Subject to a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
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Adherence to practice policies, including confidentiality and infection control
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
-
Clean and disinfect all clinical and non-clinical areas, including waiting rooms, consulting rooms, treatment rooms, offices, and staff areas
-
Follow strict infection prevention and control procedures (e.g., cleaning schedules, colour-coded equipment)
-
Safely handle and dispose of clinical and non-clinical waste in accordance with guidelines
-
Clean floors (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishing as required)
-
Clean surfaces, furniture, fixtures, and fittings, including high-touch areas (door handles, light switches)
-
Replenish supplies such as soap, paper towels, and toilet paper
-
Maintain cleanliness of toilets and kitchen areas
-
Report maintenance issues, hazards, or low stock levels to management
-
Use cleaning chemicals safely and in accordance with COSHH regulations
-
Ensure cleaning equipment is maintained and stored properly
Person Specification
Essential:
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Previous cleaning experience (preferably in healthcare or similar setting)
-
Knowledge of basic cleaning methods and use of cleaning equipment (COSHH)
-
Understanding of hygiene and infection control standards
-
Ability to work independently and follow instructions
-
Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy
Desirable:
-
Experience working in a GP surgery, hospital, or care setting
-
Knowledge of COSHH and health & safety regulations
-
Basic understanding of clinical waste handling
Working Hours
Key Skills
Additional Requirements
-
Compliance with health and safety policies
Subject to a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check
-
Adherence to practice policies, including confidentiality and infection control
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic level of education (e.g. GCSEs or equivalent preferred)
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Desirable
- Previous cleaning experience, ideally within a healthcare or similar environment
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures
- Awareness of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations
- Training in health and safety practices
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic level of education (e.g. GCSEs or equivalent preferred)
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Desirable
- Previous cleaning experience, ideally within a healthcare or similar environment
- Knowledge of infection prevention and control procedures
- Awareness of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations
- Training in health and safety practices
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
