Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

General Services Assistant

The closing date is 02 November 2025

Job summary

This job is currently only open to people who already work for the NHS in Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly.We are committed to supporting our dedicated staff, so only current employees of the following organisations can apply:

  • Cornwall Foundation Trust
  • Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust
  • Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board

If you do not currently work for one of these NHS organisations, your application will not be considered at this time.

An opportunity has arisen to join a busy and hard working team in an ever changing environment. The individual will need to be physically fit and willing to take on any the fast paced role from cleaning to food preparation to post delivery.

Please note: If you need sponsorship, please check the requirements for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) on the gov.uk website to see if you're eligible before applying.

Main duties of the job

To provide a complete level of ancillary service to the Clinical Units within the hospital and health centre, reporting to the General Services Supervisor. This is a key post, vital to maintaining the Organisation's hygiene and control of infections

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.

Details

Date posted

17 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

201-25-766

Job locations

Falmouth Community Hospital

Trescobeas Road

Falmouth

TR11 2JA


Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see supporting documents.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a care setting
  • Experience of preparing and serving meals for a range of clients with different dietary requirements
  • Good basic level of ability in Maths and English

Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

  • Basic keyboard skills
  • Ability to remain clam under pressure
  • Ability to follow instructions and use equipment provided

Other

Essential

  • Ability to work under pressure in a changing and challenging environment
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently
  • Must be physically fit and capable of lifting, pushing and bending

Desirable

  • To demonstrate a commitment to the role
  • To have a sense of humour
Person Specification

Education / Qualifications and Relevant Experience

Essential

  • Experience of working in a care setting
  • Experience of preparing and serving meals for a range of clients with different dietary requirements
  • Good basic level of ability in Maths and English

Knowledge & Abilities

Essential

  • Basic keyboard skills
  • Ability to remain clam under pressure
  • Ability to follow instructions and use equipment provided

Other

Essential

  • Ability to work under pressure in a changing and challenging environment
  • Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently
  • Must be physically fit and capable of lifting, pushing and bending

Desirable

  • To demonstrate a commitment to the role
  • To have a sense of humour

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

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Falmouth Community Hospital

Trescobeas Road

Falmouth

TR11 2JA


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Falmouth Community Hospital

Trescobeas Road

Falmouth

TR11 2JA


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

General Services Supervisor

Michelle Noye

michelle.nash5@nhs.net

01326436633

Details

Date posted

17 October 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

201-25-766

Job locations

Falmouth Community Hospital

Trescobeas Road

Falmouth

TR11 2JA


Supporting documents

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