Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Facilities Assistant

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Job summary

We are looking for a motivated and hard-working individual to work as part of the Facilities team at Littlehampton Health Centre. The successful candidate will help to ensure that our standards meet the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.

The role involves cleaning in clinical and non-clinical areas, waste removal, locking the building and other related tasks.

Previous cleaning experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

Wear correct and clean uniform whilst on duty

Attend Departmental meetings as appropriate.

To participate in the Trust's appraisal system, review and personal development process on an annual basis.

Undertake training as necessary in line with the development planning process.

To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.

To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team in which he/she works

About us

Positive NHS Staff Survey results

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rates our quality of services as good with outstanding features

Excellent training and development opportunities

Real Living Wage Employer, with great rates of pay

Supportive team environments

Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks

Details

Date posted

03 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

150-SF8352-COR-C

Job locations

Littlehampton Health Centre

Littlehampton

BN17 5HG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.

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 and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.

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.

Use of electrical cleaning equipment.

To ensure security is maintained at all times.

Completion of departmental paperwork as required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris.

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 and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties.

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.

Use of electrical cleaning equipment.

To ensure security is maintained at all times.

Completion of departmental paperwork as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE/O level standard

Desirable

  • Basic Health & Safety Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a customer focused environment

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare environment

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions
  • Ability to prioritise own work

Desirable

  • Flexible
  • Reliable
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to GCSE/O level standard

Desirable

  • Basic Health & Safety Certificate

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a customer focused environment

Desirable

  • Experience of working in a healthcare environment

Skills

Essential

  • Ability to work as part of a team
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions
  • Ability to prioritise own work

Desirable

  • Flexible
  • Reliable

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Littlehampton Health Centre

Littlehampton

BN17 5HG


Employer's website

https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/work-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Littlehampton Health Centre

Littlehampton

BN17 5HG


Employer's website

https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/work-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Team Leader

Wendy Prior

wendy.prior@nhs.net

07824416185

Details

Date posted

03 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 a year Per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

150-SF8352-COR-C

Job locations

Littlehampton Health Centre

Littlehampton

BN17 5HG


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