Facilities Assistant

Job summary

We have multiple exciting opportunities available for highly motivated individuals to join our Cleanliness Services Team and be part of a front line team enhancing patient experience by delivering high standards of cleanliness. This is a Facilities Assistant role which will include working at satellite sites in the Shrewsbury area as required and also supporting our portering and catering teams as needed.

This is an alternate weekend working position. Shift pattern will be discussed further during interview.

We have 3 vacancies working part time 30 hours working on our new modular wards.

Full training will be given.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. We look forward to receiving your application for employment. In the event of an extremely high response to this advertisement the post will be closed early.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

• The role is multi-skilled, working across Cleanliness, Catering and Portering to support hospital services.
• Staff will work shifts including early, late, night and weekend hours as part of a rota.
• Duties include cleaning hospital areas, transporting patients and equipment, and helping with food service for patients, staff and visitors.
• Team members must follow health and safety rules, infection control procedures and food hygiene standards.
• The job involves physical tasks such as lifting, moving equipment and walking long distances.
• Staff will also provide support in emergencies and assist patients, visitors and clinical teams when needed

About us

The team of Cleanliness Technicians are made up of Trust staff who are responsible for cleaning the whole hospital. Our aim is to ensure a safe and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors. We work closely with IPC and wards and departments to ensure our high standards are maintained. We are a large team covering various shift patterns and our goal is to provide the best service we can.

We pride ourselves on supporting each other and other teams within the Trust.

Our vision, 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' is not just a statement; it's a promise we live by every day. Guided by our core Values - Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted - we're determined to make a real difference in the lives of those who matter most: our patients and their families.

If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!

Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Road

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

Employer's website

http://www.sath.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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