Job summary
PART TIME ROLE (18 hours per week)
MONDAY TO SATURDAY - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 (3 hours per day)
We are looking for a motivated and hard-working individual to work as part of the Facilities team at Crawley Hospital. The role involves CLEANING. This position includes a considerable amount of manual handling and physical work.
Previous cleaning experience (particularly in a healthcare environment) would be an advantage, but not essential as full training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a motivated and hard-working individual to work as an integral part of the ward/departmental teams with a flexible approach within the Facilities Department. The role involves CLEANING the hospital in clinical and non-clinical areas to ensure our standards meet the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS. This position includes a considerable amount of manual handling and physical work.
Previous cleaning experience (particularly in a healthcare environment) would be an advantage, but not essential as full training will be provided. Please give FULL details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process. Any fields left blank or incomplete will not be able to be scored.
Please apply online via NHS Jobs website. If you are unable to use a computer to apply online, please contact the RECRUITMENT DEPARTMENT on 01273 696011 extension 5008 (quoting the job reference number) and request a paper copy of the application form.
About us
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust (SCFT) is the largest community healthcare provider in Sussex.
- Over 8,400 full time, part time and bank staff members
- Medical, nursing and therapeutic care provided to over 10,000 children and adults a day
- July 2018 Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating of 'Good' with 'Outstanding' features
- Flexible working patterns offered across all services
- Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
- Accredited Level 3 Disability Confident Leader
SCFT is an inclusive employer that promotes equality and challenges discrimination, and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. Applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, disabled candidates and LGBT+ candidates are particularly encouraged, to ensure the Trust's workforce reflects the diverse communities it serves.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following gives an overview of the key main tasks for this role, but tasks may vary depending on team or site:
- Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.
- To ensure strict adherence to all policies and procedures in relation to food hygiene, including HACCP, personal hygiene and cleaning down procedures.
- Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary.
- Clean all hard floors and mop daily.
- Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.
- Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.
- Clean internal glass and ledges.
- Clean all sanitary areas.
- Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
- Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.
- Clean Beds.
- Replenish bed linen on patient discharge or as needed.
- Clean furniture.
- Replenish consumables paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc.
- Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work at any Trust site.
- Ensure the correct storage of all items.
- To issue and collate inpatient menus.
- Collect and clean all crockery and cutlery and kitchen utensils as required using automatic dishwashers where available.
- Collect, wash and return water jugs.
- Collect and replace soiled linen.
- Collection and delivery of goods.
- Collection and delivery of medical gas cylinders.
- Transportation of patients between wards and departments, if required on an occasional ad hoc basis.
- Carry out the regeneration of prepared meals, preparation of salads and sandwiches, and any other food items as required.
- Ensure that the patient meals are placed in the appropriate ward trolleys at the correct time and ready for service.
- To prepare and serve food and beverages as required.
- To ensure security is maintained at all times.
- Completion of departmental paperwork as required.
- Provide the appropriate amount of crockery and cutlery in advance of service times.
- Ensure that food presentation, portion control, temperature and quality standards are adhered to. Key responsibilitiesa) Wear correct and clean uniform whilst on dutyb) Attend departmental meetings as appropriate.c) To participate in the Trusts appraisal system, review and personaldevelopment process on an annual basis and in quarterly supervisions.d) Undertake training as necessary in line with the development planningprocess.e) To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.f) To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team in which they work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following gives an overview of the key main tasks for this role, but tasks may vary depending on team or site:
- Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.
- To ensure strict adherence to all policies and procedures in relation to food hygiene, including HACCP, personal hygiene and cleaning down procedures.
- Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary.
- Clean all hard floors and mop daily.
- Empty, clean and replenish waste bins.
- Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures.
- Clean internal glass and ledges.
- Clean all sanitary areas.
- Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.
- Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.
- Clean Beds.
- Replenish bed linen on patient discharge or as needed.
- Clean furniture.
- Replenish consumables paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc.
- Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work at any Trust site.
- Ensure the correct storage of all items.
- To issue and collate inpatient menus.
- Collect and clean all crockery and cutlery and kitchen utensils as required using automatic dishwashers where available.
- Collect, wash and return water jugs.
- Collect and replace soiled linen.
- Collection and delivery of goods.
- Collection and delivery of medical gas cylinders.
- Transportation of patients between wards and departments, if required on an occasional ad hoc basis.
- Carry out the regeneration of prepared meals, preparation of salads and sandwiches, and any other food items as required.
- Ensure that the patient meals are placed in the appropriate ward trolleys at the correct time and ready for service.
- To prepare and serve food and beverages as required.
- To ensure security is maintained at all times.
- Completion of departmental paperwork as required.
- Provide the appropriate amount of crockery and cutlery in advance of service times.
- Ensure that food presentation, portion control, temperature and quality standards are adhered to. Key responsibilitiesa) Wear correct and clean uniform whilst on dutyb) Attend departmental meetings as appropriate.c) To participate in the Trusts appraisal system, review and personaldevelopment process on an annual basis and in quarterly supervisions.d) Undertake training as necessary in line with the development planningprocess.e) To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.f) To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team in which they work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard in English and Maths
Desirable
- Basic Health & Safety certificate
- Maths and English GCSEs grade C/4 or above
- NVQ Cleaning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Previous experience in Housekeeping/Cleaning/Catering services
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to understand and follow instructions
- Ability to record information accurately
- Have an understanding of basic Health & Safety principles
- Ability to remain calm in difficult situations
- Ability to prioritise own work
- Smart in appearance with good personal hygiene standards
- Polite and courteous
- Understand and maintain confidentiality
- Flexibility
- Reliable
Desirable
- An understanding of infection control principles
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard in English and Maths
Desirable
- Basic Health & Safety certificate
- Maths and English GCSEs grade C/4 or above
- NVQ Cleaning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Previous experience in Housekeeping/Cleaning/Catering services
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to understand and follow instructions
- Ability to record information accurately
- Have an understanding of basic Health & Safety principles
- Ability to remain calm in difficult situations
- Ability to prioritise own work
- Smart in appearance with good personal hygiene standards
- Polite and courteous
- Understand and maintain confidentiality
- Flexibility
- Reliable
Desirable
- An understanding of infection control principles
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.
