Job summary
Previous candidates need not apply
1 x 20 hours per week Monday to Friday, 0700-11:00
Chippenham Community Hospital Housekeeping department undertake a variety of cleaning duties throughout the health care premises. This includes wards, clinical areas, offices, kitchens, sanitary and communal areas.
We are looking for someone to join our team and become a valuable member of NHS staff. Benefits include generous paid holidays, weekend and public holiday enhancements, optional pension scheme and uniform.
Previous experience in the NHS environment would be an advantage but we will provide full training to the right candidate.
Main duties of the job
Various duties throughout the health care premises, which will include emptying, relining and cleaning general and clinical waste bins. Cleaning duties throughout clinical and non-clinical areas, such as offices, kitchens, wards, sanitary and communal areas.
Replenishing supplies of soap, toilet rolls, paper towels etc.
At times assisting with clearing tables, washing up either by hand or using machines.
Periodic maintenance cleans of carpets and floor surfaces. Ad hoc curtain changing.
Maintaining departmental records, such as fridge temperature sheets
Ensure all equipment is used and stored in the correct manner.
Securing & opening departments which may involve activating/deactivating alarms.
About us
We will expect your values and behaviours to reflect the STAR Values of the organisation:
Service - We will put our patients first
Teamwork - We will work together
Ambition - We will aspire to provide the best service
Respect - We will act with integrity
Job description
Job responsibilities
Empty, clean & reline bins
High & low dusting
Cleaning WC's, sinks and attachments
Vacuuming & mopping floors
Washing up
Replenishing supplies of soap, toilet rolls, hand towels
Various ad hoc duties
Maintaining departmental records
Job description
Job responsibilities
Empty, clean & reline bins
High & low dusting
Cleaning WC's, sinks and attachments
Vacuuming & mopping floors
Washing up
Replenishing supplies of soap, toilet rolls, hand towels
Various ad hoc duties
Maintaining departmental records
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General educational level of numeracy and literacy
- Basic food hygiene knowledge/qualification
- Basic Health and Safety knowledge/qualification
Desirable
- Control of infection knowledge
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Interpersonal communication
- Ability to follow and convey written instructions/notes
- Physical skills/abilities to undertake cleaning duties
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- General educational level of numeracy and literacy
- Basic food hygiene knowledge/qualification
- Basic Health and Safety knowledge/qualification
Desirable
- Control of infection knowledge
Experience
Essential
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Interpersonal communication
- Ability to follow and convey written instructions/notes
- Physical skills/abilities to undertake cleaning duties
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chippenham Community Hospital
Rowden Hill
Chippenham, Wiltshire
SN15 2AJ
Employer's website
https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
