Job summary
ASEPTIC UNIT
BOOLE TECHNOLOGY CENTRE
LINCOLNSHIRE SCIENCE & INNOVATION PARK
BEEVOR STREET
LINCOLN LN6 7DJ
Post: Housekeeper
Hours: 20 hours per week
Salary: Band 2
We have recently opened a brand new purpose-built Aseptic facility at Boole Technology Centre. We are looking for Housekeepers to play a key role in making sure all areas of the Aseptic unit are cleaned to the highest standards ready for the team to start preparation of products at 8am. Full training on Aseptic cleaning will be provided.Interested applicants must be able to communicate effectively at all levels. Previous housekeeping experience is desirable.
We are able to offer 2 shifts as outlined below:-Morning and evening shifts available (times to be agreed at interview).
Main duties of the job
To undertake all domestic cleaning duties within the Aseptic unit.
1. Responsible for undertaking the full range of Aseptic cleaning duties, as directed, in a timely manner, ensuring working practices comply with all current policies and procedures relating to Control of Infection, COSHH and Health and Safety.
2. To undertake scheduled and ad hoc duties relating to environmental cleanliness and/or appearance of the unit.
3. To safely operate power driven equipment in the course of these duties; to work, safely, in the course of these duties; and to use appropriately all safety equipment and/or Personal and Protective Equipment issued for use in undertaking these duties.
To ensure all waste generated is bagged, handled and stored correctly, at all times, in accordance with current policies.
About us
Our Trust is situated in the beautiful county of Lincolnshire and is one of the biggest acute hospital Trusts in England, serving a population of more than 700,000 people. We provide acute and specialist services to people in Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties.The Pharmacy departments have a good mix of staff including Support Workers, Technicians, Pharmacists, Administrative and Clerical staff and students.
The unit is a brand new state of the art facility situated within the city centre at the Lincoln Science & Innovation Park (LSIP). LSIP is within walking distance from the Lincoln bus and train stations. Within a one-mile radius of the facility, you can enjoy Lincoln's Cathedral quarter with its medieval buildings, pubs, cafs and cobbled streets, the lively Brayford waterfront home to a cinema multiplex, restaurants, hotels and bars, the main High Street shopping district and the city's cultural quarter.
The brand new facility has recently gone live and is looking to expand.
We are committed to helping our staff balance their work and home lives and ensure they feel supported, valued and appreciated; therefore, we will consider flexible working.
In return, we will support your personal development and continued professional development, and offer you to be part of our team. The NHS also offers one of the most competitive benefits package with regards to Annual Leave, Pensions and a comprehensive range of NHS Discounts.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake all domestic cleaning duties within the Aseptic unit.
1. Responsible for undertaking the full range of Aseptic cleaning duties, as directed, in a timely manner, ensuring working practices comply with all current policies and procedures relating to Control of Infection, COSHH and Health and Safety.
2. To undertake scheduled and ad hoc duties relating to environmental cleanliness and/or appearance of the unit.
3. To safely operate power driven equipment in the course of these duties; to work, safely, in the course of these duties; and to use appropriately all safety equipment and/or Personal and Protective Equipment issued for use in undertaking these duties.
To ensure all waste generated is bagged, handled and stored correctly, at all times, in accordance with current policies. undertake all domestic cleaning duties within the Aseptic unit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake all domestic cleaning duties within the Aseptic unit.
1. Responsible for undertaking the full range of Aseptic cleaning duties, as directed, in a timely manner, ensuring working practices comply with all current policies and procedures relating to Control of Infection, COSHH and Health and Safety.
2. To undertake scheduled and ad hoc duties relating to environmental cleanliness and/or appearance of the unit.
3. To safely operate power driven equipment in the course of these duties; to work, safely, in the course of these duties; and to use appropriately all safety equipment and/or Personal and Protective Equipment issued for use in undertaking these duties.
To ensure all waste generated is bagged, handled and stored correctly, at all times, in accordance with current policies. undertake all domestic cleaning duties within the Aseptic unit.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- NVQ Level 1 in cleaning buildings and interiors
Previous Experience
Essential
- Must have experience in domestic environment
Desirable
- Previous Housekeeping experience within the NHS
- Understanding of/training in COSHH
- Knowledge of/training in Moving/Handling techniques
- Customer Service training
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Be able to demonstrate a flexible approach to changes in workload/duties/priorities
- Be able to demonstrate the ability to react quickly and sensitively to meet a wide range of differing needs "Can do" attitude
Knowledge / Skills / Aptitudes
Essential
- Use of initiative / problem solving
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Able to demonstrate a high standard of interpersonal skills
- Positive approach to teamworking / lone working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- NVQ Level 1 in cleaning buildings and interiors
Previous Experience
Essential
- Must have experience in domestic environment
Desirable
- Previous Housekeeping experience within the NHS
- Understanding of/training in COSHH
- Knowledge of/training in Moving/Handling techniques
- Customer Service training
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Be able to demonstrate a flexible approach to changes in workload/duties/priorities
- Be able to demonstrate the ability to react quickly and sensitively to meet a wide range of differing needs "Can do" attitude
Knowledge / Skills / Aptitudes
Essential
- Use of initiative / problem solving
- Ability to prioritise tasks
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Able to demonstrate a high standard of interpersonal skills
- Positive approach to teamworking / lone working
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
