Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Support Service Assistant

The closing date is 27 April 2026

Job summary

1 X 21 hour post available, to be worked on the 7 on 7 off roster primarily based on the Tickhill Road Hospital site.

Applicants must be able to achieve a high standard of cleanliness and provide a clean and safe hospital environment for staff, patients and visitors in accordance with the National Standards of Cleanliness and customer's care.

Catering service also provided to ward areas so experience in catering services desirable but not essential as full training will be given to the successful applicants.

Main duties of the job

This position will be to provide a cleaning service on one of the Trust's mental health wards on the Doncaster site.

Duties include but not limited to - Emptying of bins, vacuum cleaning, mopping, buffing/scrubbing of floors, damp dusting all furniture/fittings, replenishing and cleaning of all sanitary areas.

Catering service also provided on ward areas and the successful post holder will be required to serve breakfast, lunch and evening meals in addition to cleaning the ward environment.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

13 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£26,299.62 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-CP-0688

Job locations

Neurodiversity Centre

Askern road, Bentley

Doncaster

DN5 0JR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE or equivalent in English and Mathematics
  • Food Safety Level 2
  • Commit to completing a competency workbook within 12 months
  • Committed to complete a NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services within 18 months of employment

Desirable

  • Basic IT Level 1

Experience

Essential

  • Previous cleaning and/or catering experience
  • Ability to use a computer to input data, send and receive emails, and undertake elearning

Desirable

  • Working in a hospital or healthcare setting

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic Knowledge of Health & Safety
  • Food Safety Act 1990
  • National Standards of Cleanliness

Desirable

  • Infection prevention and control
  • Domestic and clinical waste disposal procedures

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to understand and adhere to standards and procedures
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • Possess excellent hygiene standards
  • Communication skills both verbally and written
  • Ability to operate cleaning machinery
  • Able to acquire new skills and willing to work towards and achieve an appropriate qualification

Desirable

  • Good interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE or equivalent in English and Mathematics
  • Food Safety Level 2
  • Commit to completing a competency workbook within 12 months
  • Committed to complete a NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services within 18 months of employment

Desirable

  • Basic IT Level 1

Experience

Essential

  • Previous cleaning and/or catering experience
  • Ability to use a computer to input data, send and receive emails, and undertake elearning

Desirable

  • Working in a hospital or healthcare setting

Knowledge

Essential

  • Basic Knowledge of Health & Safety
  • Food Safety Act 1990
  • National Standards of Cleanliness

Desirable

  • Infection prevention and control
  • Domestic and clinical waste disposal procedures

Skills/ Abilities

Essential

  • Ability to understand and adhere to standards and procedures
  • Ability to work as a team member
  • Possess excellent hygiene standards
  • Communication skills both verbally and written
  • Ability to operate cleaning machinery
  • Able to acquire new skills and willing to work towards and achieve an appropriate qualification

Desirable

  • Good interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

Essential

  • Access to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Neurodiversity Centre

Askern road, Bentley

Doncaster

DN5 0JR


Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Neurodiversity Centre

Askern road, Bentley

Doncaster

DN5 0JR


Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Support Services Manager

Julie Watson

julie.watson34@nhs.net

07801684853

Details

Date posted

13 April 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£26,299.62 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

376-CP-0688

Job locations

Neurodiversity Centre

Askern road, Bentley

Doncaster

DN5 0JR


Supporting documents

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