Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic individual looking for a part time cleaning position within our Estates and Facilities team, is that you?
Are you looking for part time work on a rota basis:
Week 1 - Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Sunday
Week 2 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Do you want to work for the NHS working on your own initiative at our Head Office.
We're looking for a great individual to join our diverse and inclusive team, with opportunities for everyone including personal development career progression opportunities and many employee benefits including enhanced rates, NHS pension scheme, blue light cards with great discounts and benefits and much more!
Salary: NHS AFC: Band 2:
Contract Type: Permanent
Still interested? Check out the job description and submit your application form you could well be shortlisted for interview.
Closing Date: 10th August 2025
Shortlisting Date: W/C 11th August 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Main duties of the job
Maintain cleanliness standards in line with National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.Provide general cleaning in various areas.Follow infection prevention and control guidelines.Ensure safe use and storage of materials and equipment.
Adhere to safe working practices.
Work to a cleaning schedules.
Complete tasks such as damp dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and carpet cleaning.
Bed base cleaning.
Change curtains as per guidelines.
Complete cleanliness audits.
Maintain stock levels of cleaning materials.
Monitor and order linen.
Maintain water flushings.
Dispose of waste appropriately.
Report maintenance and repairs.
Carry a personal alarm in designated areas.
Complete time sheets.
Raise non-compliance issues with the line manager.
Complete mandatory training as required.
The job description may be subject to change based on organizational and service needs.
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partnersWe will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it is essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including; but not limited to, visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately, and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it is essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including; but not limited to, visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately, and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of either food service or cleaning within a healthcare environment
- Understanding the importance of health & safety
Desirable
- Experience of working in a food service environment
- Experience of working in a customer service environment
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
- NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience or willing to work towards
Desirable
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
- Allergen Level 2 Certification (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Awareness of food service environment standards
- Basic knowledge of I.T systems e.g. word/ excel/ outlook
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of either food service or cleaning within a healthcare environment
- Understanding the importance of health & safety
Desirable
- Experience of working in a food service environment
- Experience of working in a customer service environment
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
- NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience or willing to work towards
Desirable
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
- Allergen Level 2 Certification (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
Knowledge
Essential
Desirable
- Awareness of food service environment standards
- Basic knowledge of I.T systems e.g. word/ excel/ outlook
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.
