Job summary
To assist the Sector site manager with the day to day operational responsibility for a range of Soft FM services covering hospital sites and community premises within one of the 4 sectors associated with NTW NHSFT (The Trust). These Soft FM services may include the following departments: Soft FM; Catering, Cafes, Domestic Services, Laundry & linen, Portering, transport, security, Waste, switchboard, receptions, store.
Main duties of the job
Managing and co-ordinating all aspects of an effective operational Facilities team who are responsible for duties, including cleaning of wards and general areas; regenerating food for our patients; collection of clinical and non-clinical waste, Portering, Catering, Cafes, Laundry & linen, transport, security, switchboard, receptions and store services.
About us
NTW Solutions Limited is proud to provide services to the NHS. We keep hospitals clean and patients fed and we keep buildings running and grounds tidy. Our digital teams support the vital systems the NHS relies on, our pharmacy team ensures patients get the medicine they need, and our workforce team recruits people onto the frontline. We transcribe thousands of important medical letters, provide a lease car service to keep people on the move, and ensure suppliers are paid on time.
We are dedicated to being a great inclusive place to work. We provide a wide range of benefits including a good rate of pay and pension and an extensive range of discounts. We care about health and wellbeing and offer a range of support for the people who work here.
We believe everyone has potential and welcome applications from people from a culturally diverse background, those who are LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, anyone who is unemployed or has been out of work for a period of time, or those who have served in our armed forces.
We were set up by Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust to provide support services. As a limited company we have built a commercial ethos onto our NHS values and now provide our services to other NHS organisations and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Pay: Band A (£17.79 per hour)
We welcome your application.
Please note that all jobs will be appointed on the NTW Solutions Limited terms and conditions (not NHS/A4C terms).
If you currently work for NTW Solutions on AfC terms and and conditions, you will be given the choice to retain these or move onto NTW Solutions terms and conditions. Please note that the above advertised salary will not apply if you choose to remain on AfC.Anyone currently paying into the NHS Pension scheme will be able to retain this.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Pay: Band A (£17.79 per hour)
We welcome your application.
Please note that all jobs will be appointed on the NTW Solutions Limited terms and conditions (not NHS/A4C terms).
If you currently work for NTW Solutions on AfC terms and and conditions, you will be given the choice to retain these or move onto NTW Solutions terms and conditions. Please note that the above advertised salary will not apply if you choose to remain on AfC.Anyone currently paying into the NHS Pension scheme will be able to retain this.
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of Food Hygiene Legislation, Health and Safety, COSHH and Risk Assessment is required. A practical and in-depth appreciation of Hazard Analysis/Risk Assessments
- Good communication skills for dealing with staff, patients and public
- High level of literacy and numeracy skills
- Report writing and verbal communication skills
- Good general IT skills (Word, Excel & Power Point)
Desirable
- A working knowledge of the framework within the NHS for the management of Facilities within the built environment
- An excellent understanding of Soft FM functions within a health care environment
- Training, delivery, communication and assessment skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a facilities service
- Experience of managing soft FM services and working in compliance with health and safety legislation in relation to Facilities services
- Experience in managing staff groups and teams
Desirable
- Experience of quality control systems
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Ordinary National Certificate (ONC) in a Facilities Management subject or an equivalent technical qualification in a related field.
- Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate or Diploma or will be required to obtain one within first 6 months of appointment
Desirable
- Affiliate membership (or working towards Membership) of the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM)
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of Food Hygiene Legislation, Health and Safety, COSHH and Risk Assessment is required. A practical and in-depth appreciation of Hazard Analysis/Risk Assessments
- Good communication skills for dealing with staff, patients and public
- High level of literacy and numeracy skills
- Report writing and verbal communication skills
- Good general IT skills (Word, Excel & Power Point)
Desirable
- A working knowledge of the framework within the NHS for the management of Facilities within the built environment
- An excellent understanding of Soft FM functions within a health care environment
- Training, delivery, communication and assessment skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a facilities service
- Experience of managing soft FM services and working in compliance with health and safety legislation in relation to Facilities services
- Experience in managing staff groups and teams
Desirable
- Experience of quality control systems
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Ordinary National Certificate (ONC) in a Facilities Management subject or an equivalent technical qualification in a related field.
- Advanced Food Hygiene Certificate or Diploma or will be required to obtain one within first 6 months of appointment
Desirable
- Affiliate membership (or working towards Membership) of the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management (IWFM)
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.
