Cleaning Team Member

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are seeking to recruit cleaning team members who have a passion for high quality cleaning and patient care within the hospital setting.

This role will be to deliver cleaning to the national standards, work as part of a large cleaning team and complete all mandatory training. The cleaning team plays a vital role ensuring that the hospital and associated buildings are clean. This is a key element both in reducing hospital acquired infections and in maintaining the public's positive image of the hospital.

Cleaning team members also have key patient interactions and serve beverages to patients.

Main duties of the job

To maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness, as defined within the National Standards of Cleanliness, in all areas of responsibility, to work as a member of the FM Cleaning Services Team, to work within a patient and non-patient environment, and have daily contact with visitors, staff, and patients, to work as part of the cleaning response team as required, to ensure Infection Control guidelines are adhered to in line with Trust Policies and procedures.

Communicate verbally with Supervisors and colleagues on issues relating to work schedules or any problems on a daily basis. Communicate verbally with patients and relatives in a professional manner. Attend team meetings to gain Trust, Directorate and service information. Report all hazards or potential hazards that could involve patients, visitors or staff to the housekeeper/supervisor or nurse in charge. Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to promote an efficient service and maintain effective channels of communication.

To take responsibility for own work. To organise own work in order in conjunction with clinical staff ensuring that patient care is prioritised. To share ideas for improvements to within the FM Team. Be aware of the need for confidentiality both within the written and spoken word at all times.

To ensure the correct use of chemicals for the type of surface and finish, making certain the handling and usage are in line with the COSHH regulations, data sheets and training given.

About us

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Date posted

19 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 to £22,383 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-BL-827

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on this role.

Please contact Matthew Taylor if you have any questions.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on this role.

Please contact Matthew Taylor if you have any questions.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • N/A

Experience

Desirable

  • Experience of cleaning in a hospital. Desirable but not essential.
  • Experience of beverage service in a hospital. Desirable but not essential.
  • Knowledge of waste segregation. Desirable but not essential.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Good communication skills.
  • Have a good understanding of the English language, both spoken and written.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • N/A

Experience

Desirable

  • Experience of cleaning in a hospital. Desirable but not essential.
  • Experience of beverage service in a hospital. Desirable but not essential.
  • Knowledge of waste segregation. Desirable but not essential.

Additional Criteria

Essential

  • Good communication skills.
  • Have a good understanding of the English language, both spoken and written.

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

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


Employer's website

https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Facilities Manager - Cleaning

Matthew Taylor

matthew.taylor@somersetft.nhs.uk

07909687899

Date posted

19 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£22,383 to £22,383 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

184-OL-BL-827

Job locations

Musgrove Park Hospital

Musgrove Road

Taunton

Somerset

TA1 5DA


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