Job summary
Are you someone working as a supervisor looking to step into a Facilities Supervisor role? Join our friendly and supportive Facilities team as a Facilities Supervisor based at Yeatman Hospital in Sherborne.
As the Facilities Supervisor you will be knowledgeable in cleaning and catering processes and have an awareness and understanding of Infection Prevention Control and COSHH. You will have passion to learn on how to lead a team and have experience with staff management. You will ensure the day-to-day team tasks are also met. Some of your duties will be to carry out cleaning audits, pre-planned maintenance, rota planning,and other office-based work. What we offer is a robust training and induction programme. Having experience in a similar supervisor rolewould be essential and we offer ongoing supervision and further development opportunities.
The Facilities Supervisor role is a full-time Monday to Friday post. We can be flexible with start time and finish time as we promote a positive work to home life balance. You will need a full UK Driving Licence.
Full time hours: 7.00am to 3.00pm with one late shift a fortnight to support and manage the evening team and one day a month at the weekend.
For any queries, please contact Andi.taylor4@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
To ensure that the grounds and gardens are maintained to a tidy and presentable standard.
A clear understanding of the hospital cleaning service and the standards required, regarding infection control.
Assist in the recruitment, induction, probationary period development and training of staff.
Ensuring that the correct work methods areobserved.
To ensure that all personal and staff training is carried out and complete.
Applications from candidates that require visa sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
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.
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.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
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Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash!
Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction! Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info!
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.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Recommend a friend
Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash!
Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction! Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info!
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills & training
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in relevant area.
- Hygiene certificate
- Food Hygiene Certificate
- Catering Experience
Job Specific experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a comparable role.
- Demonstrated awareness and compliance with health and safety legislation
- Understanding of COSHH
Managerial / Supervisory exp
Essential
- Previous experience of providing day to day supervision to staff
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Additional requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills & training
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in relevant area.
- Hygiene certificate
- Food Hygiene Certificate
- Catering Experience
Job Specific experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within a comparable role.
- Demonstrated awareness and compliance with health and safety legislation
- Understanding of COSHH
Managerial / Supervisory exp
Essential
- Previous experience of providing day to day supervision to staff
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Additional requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of 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.
