Job summary
Kettering General Hospital are in the process of recruiting roles at our newly renovated site, Spinneyfields in Rushden. We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for our patients and staff.
We are seeking dedicated and positive Facilities Assistants who can work flexible shift patterns across the week and alternate weekends.
The role will consist of a mixture of Housekeeping, Catering and light Portering duties.
Catering - You will be part of a team that provides meals to our patients. The post holders will be expected to carry out duties to include stock management, checking in deliveries, providing food for patients, cleaning and dealing with waste. The post holder will ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with the Food Safety Management System and HACCP.
Housekeeping - You will be performing cleaning duties according to cleaning schedules, agreed practices and protocols as guided by the supervisory team. To undertake these duties across the site in both clinical and non-clinical areas. Working to the Trust standards, protocols and guidelines ensuring a clean and safe environment in line with the National Standards of Cleanliness (NSC) in the NHS.
Portering - The post will also include other duties such as the collection and delivery of equipment, post, medical gasses, linen, and waste movements.
If you are a motivated individual who has a passion for facilities work, upload your application form to be considered for the role.
Main duties of the job
What can we offer you?
- Newly renovated premises, a working environment to be proud of.
- On-site car parking
- Supportive working environment
- Flexible shift patterns to accommodate your work / life balance
- NHS Pension enrollment
Join us at Spinneyfields and be part of a community setting that values quality and excellence in all aspects of our caring operations.
Please note the role is currently subject to job banding.
About us
Spinneyfields is located in Rushden with an array of car parking on site. The site is perfect for those living locally or within walking distance. Our Excellence Values: Compassion Respect Integrity Courageous Accountable
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the main job description and personal specification for further details.
Please indicate in your supporting statement if you are looking for full time or part time employment and that you can identify which of our values means the most to you? Failure to answer the question will result in your application being rejected.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the main job description and personal specification for further details.
Please indicate in your supporting statement if you are looking for full time or part time employment and that you can identify which of our values means the most to you? Failure to answer the question will result in your application being rejected.
Person Specification
Education / Training
Essential
- Level 1 in IT or equivalent experience/skill
- Be willing to undertake the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
- Educated to or working towards NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge, understanding or willingness to learn different dietary & cultural needs
Desirable
- Previous knowledge of COSHH
- Previous experience of cleaning in a Healthcare Environment
- Knowledge of health & safety in the workplace
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and service users
- Good organisational skills
- Educated to basic entrance level in English literacy and numeracy
- Able to prioritise own workload within policy and guidelines using own initiative
- Able to lift and handle medium loads and use safe manual handling techniques
- Able to operate and manipulate mechanical cleaning machines
- Basic Computer Skills
Person Specification
Education / Training
Essential
- Level 1 in IT or equivalent experience/skill
- Be willing to undertake the Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
- Educated to or working towards NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge, understanding or willingness to learn different dietary & cultural needs
Desirable
- Previous knowledge of COSHH
- Previous experience of cleaning in a Healthcare Environment
- Knowledge of health & safety in the workplace
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and service users
- Good organisational skills
- Educated to basic entrance level in English literacy and numeracy
- Able to prioritise own workload within policy and guidelines using own initiative
- Able to lift and handle medium loads and use safe manual handling techniques
- Able to operate and manipulate mechanical cleaning machines
- Basic Computer Skills
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
