Job summary
We are looking to recruit a Domestic Assistant for the following role:
To work 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday 06.00am - 08.00am at Tenterden Street (Bury Town Centre) & 08.30am - 14.30pm at Cambeck Close (Whitefield) The post is for 2 different locations within Pennine Care
Driving Essential - must be able to drive
Main duties of the job
The Domestic Assistant is responsible for general cleaning duties for Penninecare NHS Foundation Trust.Cleaning duties will be carried out in all areas including clinical, sanitary andadministration areas, in accordance with the cleaning schedule and inaccordance with the procedures and standards that are specified in Trust policyand department manuals or as otherwise instructed.Ensure that Infection Control, COSHH and Health and Safety procedures arealways followed. Procedures include:The use of different colour coded domestic equipment for different areas.The segregation of waste into the appropriate coloured bag.Any occurrence that may prevent cleaning duties from being carried out shouldbe reported to the Domestic Supervisor or Domestic Services Manager as soonas possible.The post-holder is responsible for ensuring that Domestic equipment andmachinery is left in a clean condition and to report any defects to the DomesticSupervisor.Dispose of all categories of waste safely and in accordance with Trust guidelines.Ensure that equipment is stored correctly.Report any sighting of pests to the Domestic Supervisor.To attend mandatory training and other training as required. Mandatory trainingincludes Fire Safety training, moving and Handling training and Infection Controltraining.To carry out other reasonable duties as required by the Domestic Supervisor
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Domestic Assistant is responsible for general cleaning duties for Penninecare NHS Foundation Trust.Cleaning duties will be carried out in all areas including clinical, sanitary andadministration areas, in accordance with the cleaning schedule and inaccordance with the procedures and standards that are specified in Trust policyand department manuals or as otherwise instructed.Ensure that Infection Control, COSHH and Health and Safety procedures arealways followed. Procedures include:The use of different colour coded domestic equipment for different areas.The segregation of waste into the appropriate coloured bag.Observance of moving and handling guidelines.The wearing of gloves, aprons as required.The clear display of wet floor signs as required.Any occurrence that may prevent cleaning duties from being carried out shouldbe reported to the Domestic Supervisor or Domestic Services Manager as soonas possible.The post-holder is responsible for ensuring that Domestic equipment andmachinery is left in a clean condition and to report any defects to the DomesticSupervisor.Dispose of all categories of waste safely and in accordance with Trust guidelines.Ensure that equipment is stored correctly.Report any sighting of pests to the Domestic Supervisor.To attend mandatory training and other training as required. Mandatory trainingincludes Fire Safety training, moving and Handling training and Infection Controltraining.To carry out other reasonable duties as required by the Domestic Supervisor
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Domestic Assistant is responsible for general cleaning duties for Penninecare NHS Foundation Trust.Cleaning duties will be carried out in all areas including clinical, sanitary andadministration areas, in accordance with the cleaning schedule and inaccordance with the procedures and standards that are specified in Trust policyand department manuals or as otherwise instructed.Ensure that Infection Control, COSHH and Health and Safety procedures arealways followed. Procedures include:The use of different colour coded domestic equipment for different areas.The segregation of waste into the appropriate coloured bag.Observance of moving and handling guidelines.The wearing of gloves, aprons as required.The clear display of wet floor signs as required.Any occurrence that may prevent cleaning duties from being carried out shouldbe reported to the Domestic Supervisor or Domestic Services Manager as soonas possible.The post-holder is responsible for ensuring that Domestic equipment andmachinery is left in a clean condition and to report any defects to the DomesticSupervisor.Dispose of all categories of waste safely and in accordance with Trust guidelines.Ensure that equipment is stored correctly.Report any sighting of pests to the Domestic Supervisor.To attend mandatory training and other training as required. Mandatory trainingincludes Fire Safety training, moving and Handling training and Infection Controltraining.To carry out other reasonable duties as required by the Domestic Supervisor
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 2 or equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of cleaning services. COSHH knowledge
Desirable
- Experience of cleaning services in a healthcare environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of health & safety techniques
Desirable
- Knowledge of NPSA colour codes and COSHH
Skills & abilities
Essential
- Good liaison and communication skills
Desirable
- Good written & communication skills
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 2 or equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of cleaning services. COSHH knowledge
Desirable
- Experience of cleaning services in a healthcare environment
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of health & safety techniques
Desirable
- Knowledge of NPSA colour codes and COSHH
Skills & abilities
Essential
- Good liaison and communication skills
Desirable
- Good written & communication 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).
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).
