Facilities Assistant

Job summary

Facilities Assistant

£12.08 per hour

Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Some weekend work will be required. Total 20 hours per week including a 30 min break.Can be flexible on start times.

To work as an integral part of the ward/departmental teams with a flexible approach within the Facilities Department. Undertaking a comprehensive floor cleaning programme using floor machinery, together with cleaning duties as required in all areas of the Healthcare premises to ensure our standards meet the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.

Previous use of floor machinery and cleaning experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided. Please give FULL details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process. Any fields left blank or incomplete will not be able to be scored.

Please apply online via NHS Jobs website. If you are unable to use a computer to apply online, please contact the Recruitment Department by email on sc-tr.ourpeoplesgateway@nhs.net (quoting the job reference number) and request assistance.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a motivated and hard-working individual to work as part of the Facilities team, undertaking floor cleaning using floor machinery and other cleaning duties as required in all areas of the premises, to ensure standards meet the National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.

• Use of floor cleaning machinery
• Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris
• Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary
• Clean all hard floors and mop daily
• Empty, clean and replenish waste bins
• Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures
• Clean internal glass and ledges
• Clean all sanitary areas
• Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition
• Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilities duties
• Clean Beds
• Clean furniture
• Replenish consumables - paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc
• Adopt a flexible approach
• Ensure the correct storage of all items
• To ensure strict adherence to all policies and procedures in relation to food hygiene, including HACCP, personal hygiene and cleaning down procedures
• Collect, wash and return water jugs
• To prepare and serve food and beverages as required
• Assist with the service of patient, visitors and staff meals
• Ensure that food presentation, portion control, temperature and quality standards are adhered to
• To ensure security is maintained at all times
• Completion of departmental paperwork as required
• Supporting Goods in Department

About us

Why work for us?

• We have opportunities for everyone across our wide variety of services working in supportive team environments, including medical, clinical, support and corporate services
• Positive 2022 NHS Staff Survey results with compassionate culture and leadership, and support for staff wellbeing, scoring highly.
• A variety of working environments across the community, in patients' homes, within our community hospitals and bases across the county.
• Supportive flexible working patterns such as: part time, flexi time, annualised hours, and flexi retirement options.
• Excellent training and development opportunities tailored to individuals.
• Research opportunities
• Cost-effective and convenient workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove and Brighton
• Thriving BAME, Disability and Wellbeing, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks
• We are proud to be a Level 3 accredited Disability Confident Leader, committed to creating inclusive workplaces.
• We are proud to be a Veteran Aware Trust, achieving accreditation from Veterans Covenant Healthcare Alliance (VCHA)
• Located in stunning Sussex, with easy access to the South Downs and the coast.
• Access to a wide range of benefits and discounts for NHS staff.