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Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Support Service Assistant

The closing date is 20 January 2026

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Job summary

1 X 21.00 hour posts available, worked on a 7 on 7 off rota.

Applicants must be able to achieve a high standard of cleanliness and provide a clean and safe hospital environment for staff, patients and visitors in accordance with the National Standards of Cleanliness and customer's care.

Catering service also provided to ward areas so experience in catering services desirable but not essential as full training will be given to the successful applicants.

Main duties of the job

Duties include but not limited to - Emptying of bins, vacuum cleaning, mopping, buffing/scrubbing of floors, damp dusting all furniture/fittings, replenishing and cleaning of all sanitary areas.

Catering service also provided on ward areas.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

14 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-CP-0665

Job locations

Tickhill Road Hospital

Weston Road, Balby

Doncaster

DN4 8QN


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE or equivalent in English and Mathematics
  • Commit to completing a competency workbook within 12 months
  • Working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services.

Desirable

  • Food Safety Level 2
  • Basic IT Level 1

Experience

Essential

  • Previous cleaning and/or catering experience

Desirable

  • Ability to use a computer to input data, send and receive emails, and undertake e-learning
  • Working in a hospital or healthcare setting

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic Knowledge of Health & Safety
  • Food Safety Act 1990
  • National Standards of Cleanliness

Desirable

  • Infection prevention and control
  • Domestic and clinical waste disposal procedures

Skills/Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to understand and adhere to standards and procedures
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • Possess excellent hygiene standards
  • Communication skills both verbally and written
  • Ability to operate cleaning machinery

Desirable

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Able to acquire new skills and willing to work towards and achieve an appropriate qualification
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE or equivalent in English and Mathematics
  • Commit to completing a competency workbook within 12 months
  • Working towards an NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services.

Desirable

  • Food Safety Level 2
  • Basic IT Level 1

Experience

Essential

  • Previous cleaning and/or catering experience

Desirable

  • Ability to use a computer to input data, send and receive emails, and undertake e-learning
  • Working in a hospital or healthcare setting

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic Knowledge of Health & Safety
  • Food Safety Act 1990
  • National Standards of Cleanliness

Desirable

  • Infection prevention and control
  • Domestic and clinical waste disposal procedures

Skills/Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to understand and adhere to standards and procedures
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • Possess excellent hygiene standards
  • Communication skills both verbally and written
  • Ability to operate cleaning machinery

Desirable

  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Able to acquire new skills and willing to work towards and achieve an appropriate qualification

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Tickhill Road Hospital

Weston Road, Balby

Doncaster

DN4 8QN


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Tickhill Road Hospital

Weston Road, Balby

Doncaster

DN4 8QN


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Support Services Manager

Julie Watson

julie.watson34@nhs.net

07801684853

Details

Date posted

14 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,465 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-CP-0665

Job locations

Tickhill Road Hospital

Weston Road, Balby

Doncaster

DN4 8QN


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