Domestic Cleaner

Oxford Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

We're recruiting for a Domestic Cleaner to join our team on a full time basis at the Whiteleaf Centre in Aylesbury.

You'll be responsible for cleaning and maintaining patient areas, public areas, back of house areas such as linen room and laundry areas, according to company policy and procedures at a level that meets or exceeds National Cleanliness standards.

Main duties of the job

Carry out daily cleaning routines as scheduled
Cleaning tasks as per rota
Handle and remove waste in line with segregation processes and procedures
Follow hygiene regulations
Follow Health & Safety regulations
Provide cover for colleagues during absences
Ensure cleaning trolleys are fully stocked with sufficient cleaning materials, equipment to clean each area
Ensure all cleaning materials are used as directed and secured securely and safely in compliance with COSHH regulations
Observes proper procedures upon entering patient areas
Ensure that all equipment used is fit for purpose and report any damaged or out of date PAT tested machinery
Ensure proper procedures are followed when cleaning in patient areas
Adhere to all policies and procedures relevant to the role
Ensure that all mandatory training and task specific training is attended as required for the role

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties

About us

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure you're your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

Excellent opportunities for career progression
Individual and Trust wide learning and development
27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
NHS Discount
Pension scheme
Lease car scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aiders
Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
Staff networking and support groups

Date posted

03 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£23,615 a year per annum | pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

267-CS6886431

Job locations

The Whiteleaf Centre

Bierton Road

Aylesbury

HP20 1EG

Job description

Job responsibilities

Push heavy carts
Bend and reach to dust and clean
Stand & walk for varying lengths of time, often long periods
Use written communication skills to mark completed rooms on daily paperwork
Lift all equipment and supplies on and off carts

Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role

Job description

Job responsibilities

Push heavy carts
Bend and reach to dust and clean
Stand & walk for varying lengths of time, often long periods
Use written communication skills to mark completed rooms on daily paperwork
Lift all equipment and supplies on and off carts

Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

Some knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Qualifications

Essential

Basic cleaning skills Willing to undertake NVQ2 food hygiene

Skills and experience

Essential

Good communication skills
An understanding of the principles of delivering quality customer service
Good interpersonal skills

Desirable

Experience of working in a health care setting

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

Some knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Qualifications

Essential

Basic cleaning skills Willing to undertake NVQ2 food hygiene

Skills and experience

Essential

Good communication skills
An understanding of the principles of delivering quality customer service
Good interpersonal skills

Desirable

Experience of working in a health care setting

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.