Band 2 Rapid Response Domestic Assistant

Job summary

Are you looking for a stable and rewarding role and would you love to do a job that gives you an overwhelming feeling of satisfaction whilst working for a supportive NHS Trust. As an organisation, Leicester Partnership Trust recognises the important of work life balance, achieved through flexibility. We have a vacancy, based at the Evington Centre but working across any of our sites as and when required, therefore it is essential that you can drive and have access to a vehicle that can be used for work purposes (including business insurance), business mileage will be paid in addition to salary. Average weekly hours are 37.5, working a two week rota, 1: Mon, Tue, Sat & Sun 8.30am to 8pm and 2: Wed, Thu & Fri 8am to 8pm. As a Rapid Response Domestic Assistant you will provide an effective, patient-focused Facilities Service (FM) in the delivery of cleaning and deep cleaning across our sites. Applicants are asked to bring their photo ID and right to work including proof of address to their interviews. Please note in cases where a high volume of applications are received for a post, the closing date may be brought forward. Therefore applicants are advised to submit their completed application form as early as possible. We pride ourselves on the high standards throughout our services. You will be a valued member of the Soft FM Team and will be respected for the work you do. Contact Details: Jane Toon, Facilities Co-ordinator, jane.toon1@nhs.net, 07785 316572

Main duties of the job

Rapid Response Domestic Assistant Duties To clean to prescribed work schedules and rotas for designated areas, as specified To adhere to written procedures for check cleaning, damp dusting, damp mopping, full cleaning, periodic cleaning, spray cleaning and steam cleaning To adhere to the Trust colour coding system to prevent contamination To use cleaning equipment within designated areas in accordance with Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 To ensure the correct economical use of materials and equipment, seeking advice from the Facilities Supervisor when in doubt To handle waste (including clinical and infected) in compliance with Trust policies and procedures To ensure the safe storage of all equipment and materials To report to the Facilities Supervisor any mechanical defects, any equipment in need of repair and any mishaps or untoward incidents To conform to the requirements for the cleaning of body fluid spillages in non-patient areas and implement as required, Following the Infection Control Policy This role will require the individual to rotate between their responsibilities as required. Benefits Competitive salary including payments for unsocial hours, Saturday and Sunday enhanced pay Free car parking Paid induction & training Pension scheme 27 days paid holiday plus Bank Holiday allowance Access to Blue Light and health service discounts

About us

We may close the advert early, if we receive a sufficient number of applicants, so please apply as soon as possible. About Us Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health and learning disability services for people of all ages. Delivered through over 100 settings from inpatient wards to out in the community, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million people living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. We aim to develop a workforce that reflects our community. We actively implement equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and seek people who share our commitment. We strongly encourage applications from all sections of the community, particularly from underrepresented groups. Details of our benefits, leadership behaviours and other important information can be found in the Information for Applicants, please view the supporting documents. We will consider requests to work alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with our flexible working policy. For all substantive roles, new staff (excluding medical staff) are appointed subject to a 6-month probationary period (see Probation Policy). All jobs will require permission to work in the UK. For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual. This will be deducted from salary once started. Applicants at risk within the local NHS who meet essential criteria will have preference for interview.

Employer details

Employer name

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Evington Centre

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE5 4QG

Employer's website

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

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Employer details

Employer name

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Evington Centre

Gwendolen Road

Leicester

Leicestershire

LE5 4QG

Employer's website

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

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