Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Cleaner

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a cleaner to join the domestic team in our Shelley Road/Kings Park Site.

Applicants need to be diligent, hardworking and trustworthy and able to follow procedures and instruction. A good work ethic is necessary and the ability to work as part of a team, essential.

Full training will be provided and all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) will be supplied.

Working hours are 25 hours per week Monday to Friday, 5pm - 10pm.

Main duties of the job

These will include all high level and low level dusting, cleaning of lavatories and basins, vacuuming carpeted floors/ mopping of clinical floors, cleaning of clinical areas, internal windows/ glass panels, replenishing product dispensers, wiping of window blinds and ensuring the National Cleaning Standards are constantly maintained.

To monitor stock levels and notify the Facilities Supervisor of any products that needs re-ordering. To ensure all PPE is available to the domestic team. To cover the Facilities Supervisor during annual leave or sickness. To inform the Facilities Supervisor regarding staff attendance

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

30 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£14,922 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-S136.23

Job locations

Shelley Road/Kings Park

11 Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Dorset HealthCare is in partnership withThe Princes Trustto support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of the team
  • Good communication skills
  • Able to prioritise workload

Desirable

  • Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards
  • Knowledge of COSHH, induction and on-going training.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in a similar role

Personal Qualities/ Attributes

Essential

  • Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of the team
  • Good communication skills
  • Able to prioritise workload

Desirable

  • Level 2 in Housekeeping or working towards
  • Knowledge of COSHH, induction and on-going training.

Experience

Essential

  • Previous experience in a similar role

Personal Qualities/ Attributes

Essential

  • Evidence of demonstrating the Trust's values and behaviours.

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Shelley Road/Kings Park

11 Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Shelley Road/Kings Park

11 Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Manager

Lynsey Gould

lynsey.gould@nhs.net

07717361630

Details

Date posted

30 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£14,922 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-S136.23

Job locations

Shelley Road/Kings Park

11 Shelley Road

Boscombe

BH1 4JQ


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