General Services Assistant

Job summary

The purpose of the post is: To provide a complete level of ancillary service to the Clinical Unit/Ward Manager. This is a key post, vital to maintaining the Organisation's hygiene and control of infections

This is a part time post covering a 7 day roster to include evenings and weekend working.

Main duties of the job

o Responsibility for cleanliness of establishment in line with Standards of Quality Control.o Responsible for receipting goods and checking for/reporting errors.o Control use of stocks in absence of G.S.A Supervisor, marking as necessary.o Accountability for all keys/equipment issued or used in the course of duty.o Responsibility for reporting breakdowns, security and adhering to PCH policies and procedures.o To undertake all General Services Assistant duties and maintain a professional and hygienic appearance.o Awareness of Health and Safety legislation and COSHH.o Ability to follow instructions and use equipment provided following training.o To be helpful, courteous and kind to colleagues, staff, patients and the general public alike.o To be aware of patients' dignity and privacy needs at all times and act appropriately.o Awareness of hospital/ward/unit procedures.o To undertake duties within kitchen areas as requested and trained to do so.o Portering duties as and when required

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.