Job summary
We are looking for highly motivated individuals capable of working as a team member or on their own initiative to join our Estates & Facilities Domestic Team providing an effective and efficient service for the Leicester General Hospital, you must have a professional and logical approach to your work.
Previous experience within a confidential/hospital environment or similar role is essential.
A good standard of the English language both written and oral communication is essential.
You will also be required to be fully flexible to provide covering for annual leave/bank holiday and sickness (Monday - Sunday)
In house training will be provided.
Main duties of the job
The role of Domestic Assistant is a multi-skilled involves cleaning duties within designated patient/non-patient areas within the Trust
- Display a high standard of personal hygiene and presentation and demonstrate good hygiene practices.
- Observe confidentiality of patients and employing trusts business at all times.
- Communicate and liaise effectively with Work Colleagues, Managers and with Clinical Teams accordance with Trust values.
- Working flexibly within the Domestic Team.
- Working as part of a team.
- Having and maintaining good relationships and communication with Clinical Services working together to provide a high quality service.
About us
We are one of the biggest and busiest NHS trusts in the country, incorporating the General, Glenfield and Royal Infirmary hospitals. We have our very own Children's Hospital and run one of the country's leading heart centres.
Our team is made up of more than 14,000 staff providing a range of services primarily for the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
We work with partners at the University of Leicester and De Montfort University providing world-class teaching to nurture and develop the next generation of doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals, many of whom go on to spend their working lives with us.
Our purpose is to provide 'Caring at its best' and our staff have helped us create a set of values that embody who we are and what we're here to do. They are:
- We are Compassionate
- We are Proud
- We are Inclusive
- We are one team
Our patients are at the heart of all we do and we believe that 'Caring at its best' is not just about the treatments and services we provide, but about giving our patients the best possible experience.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (leicestershospitals.nhs.uk)
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To carry out cleaning tasks, both specific and generic, within prescribed work schedules for designated areas, in line with Trust policies and procedures.
- To adhere to Trust Infection Control Prevention and Control of Substances Hazard to Health.
- (COSHH) policies in carrying out cleaning tasks.
- Ensuring that Domestic trolley and other cleaning equipment are cleaned after use and stored appropriately.
- To adhere to the Trust colour coding system to prevent cross infection.
- Ensuring the correct and economical use of materials, and cleaning chemicals in line with above relevant policies i.e. COSHH always seeking advice from Domestic Team Leader if in any doubt.
- Cleaning Cupboard Doors are locked when unattended and that all cleaning products are stored appropriately and securely.
- To remove & dispose of cardboard, household and clinical waste following adhering to Waste regulations and Trust policies & procedures.
- Ensure all equipment is cleaned after use and stored securely.
- Report to your Domestic Team Leader any mechanical defects and any equipment in need of repair and any mishaps or untoward incidents.
- Able to clean and disinfect areas after body fluid spillages in non-clinical areas after training.
- Responsibility for the ward kitchen/regeneration area ensuring high standards of cleanliness are maintained.
- Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To carry out cleaning tasks, both specific and generic, within prescribed work schedules for designated areas, in line with Trust policies and procedures.
- To adhere to Trust Infection Control Prevention and Control of Substances Hazard to Health.
- (COSHH) policies in carrying out cleaning tasks.
- Ensuring that Domestic trolley and other cleaning equipment are cleaned after use and stored appropriately.
- To adhere to the Trust colour coding system to prevent cross infection.
- Ensuring the correct and economical use of materials, and cleaning chemicals in line with above relevant policies i.e. COSHH always seeking advice from Domestic Team Leader if in any doubt.
- Cleaning Cupboard Doors are locked when unattended and that all cleaning products are stored appropriately and securely.
- To remove & dispose of cardboard, household and clinical waste following adhering to Waste regulations and Trust policies & procedures.
- Ensure all equipment is cleaned after use and stored securely.
- Report to your Domestic Team Leader any mechanical defects and any equipment in need of repair and any mishaps or untoward incidents.
- Able to clean and disinfect areas after body fluid spillages in non-clinical areas after training.
- Responsibility for the ward kitchen/regeneration area ensuring high standards of cleanliness are maintained.
- Carry out any other duties as may be reasonably requested.
Person Specification
English
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Trust Values
- Able to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Able to follow instructions /schedules
Good written skills
Essential
- Well written and detailed application form
Desirable
- Working in a Hospital or Care environment
- Experience in either Hospital or Car environment working
Appearance
Essential
- Clean professional appearance
- Has some experience knowledge of cleaning
Person Specification
English
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Trust Values
- Able to work as part of a team
Desirable
- Able to follow instructions /schedules
Good written skills
Essential
- Well written and detailed application form
Desirable
- Working in a Hospital or Care environment
- Experience in either Hospital or Car environment working
Appearance
Essential
- Clean professional appearance
- Has some experience knowledge of cleaning
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).
