Job summary
37.5 Hours Per Week. 3x Posts available.
We are seeking a motivated individual with a
positive and conscientious attitude to join our Trust Deep Clean
Team.
You will be responsible for the deep cleaning of
hospital sites throughout South and West Yorkshire, therefore a full driving
licence is required. This includes
internal and external windows, full training will be provided.
Cleanliness and hygiene in healthcare environments
is paramount, therefore we are looking to appoint staff who are ambitious,
motivated and take pride in the work they do. The range of duties and
responsibilities of the post focus on the demands of always delivering
excellent standards of cleanliness.
You will be required to work as part of a team often without immediate
supervision using initiative to prioritise and organise daily duties, whilst
always maintaining a professional approach regardless of the situation.
The post
requires a great deal of flexibility to meet the needs of the
service/organisation and the successful candidate must be able to adapt to
changes at very short notice. Although we aim to work within standard core
hours, shift times can vary between the hours of 6.00am and 11.00pm and will
include weekends and possible Bank Holiday shifts and/or occasional longer
shifts.
The posts available are as follows:
3 x 37.5 hours per week, working Trust wide as part
of a mobile team. Shift times will vary
but will include bank holiday and weekend working.
Main duties of the job
Working in the Housekeeping
and Domestic Service the post holder will perform domestic duties including
deep clean in line with National Cleaning Standards and Operational
procedures. You will be responsible for
advanced and deep cleaning projects including internal and external windows,
carpets and high level dusting.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are
using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. We strongly
discourage this and will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting
candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your
application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
At
the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set
by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this
reason, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor anyone on a skilled worker visa
for this role for the time being.
We
are, of course, happy to accept applications from candidates who are able to
prove their right to work in the UK in this role via alternative visas or
routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Be
part of a comprehensive domestic cleaning service at South West Yorkshire
Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
Perform
domestic duties including deep clean in line with National Cleaning Standards
and Operational Procedures.
Assist
in the provision and maintenance of a high quality, customer responsive service
by providing general linen service duties.
To
be responsible to a high standard of cleanliness in clinical areas, offices,
public areas and external areas using the appropriate recognised cleaning
methods.
Responsible
for advanced and deep cleaning projects including internal and external
windows, carpets and high level dusting (dependant on work area).
Responsible for
identifying areas to be cleaned, plan and organise a cleaning programme with
relevant ward or departmental staff, ensuring patient, staff and visitor safety
is not compromised.
Operating cleaning
equipment, machinery in accordance with manufacturers instruction ensuring
that it is in a good clean working order, reporting faults immediately to
supervisor.
Use the correct use of
PPE appropriate to the area and task undertaken in line with Trust
policies. Ensuring the colour coded
equipment used is appropriate to the area and task undertaken.
Change
curtains on rotation or in the event of infection.
Follow
policy and run all water taps/showers in designated areas on a daily basis and
record on checklist.
Check
out spot cleaning to ensure spillages and incidents are dealt with swiftly and
efficiently, supported by clinical staff as appropriate.
To
adhere to all relevant COSHH assessments and safety data sheets when preparing,
using and disposing of cleaning chemicals.
For further information, please see job description attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Be
part of a comprehensive domestic cleaning service at South West Yorkshire
Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
Perform
domestic duties including deep clean in line with National Cleaning Standards
and Operational Procedures.
Assist
in the provision and maintenance of a high quality, customer responsive service
by providing general linen service duties.
To
be responsible to a high standard of cleanliness in clinical areas, offices,
public areas and external areas using the appropriate recognised cleaning
methods.
Responsible
for advanced and deep cleaning projects including internal and external
windows, carpets and high level dusting (dependant on work area).
Responsible for
identifying areas to be cleaned, plan and organise a cleaning programme with
relevant ward or departmental staff, ensuring patient, staff and visitor safety
is not compromised.
Operating cleaning
equipment, machinery in accordance with manufacturers instruction ensuring
that it is in a good clean working order, reporting faults immediately to
supervisor.
Use the correct use of
PPE appropriate to the area and task undertaken in line with Trust
policies. Ensuring the colour coded
equipment used is appropriate to the area and task undertaken.
Change
curtains on rotation or in the event of infection.
Follow
policy and run all water taps/showers in designated areas on a daily basis and
record on checklist.
Check
out spot cleaning to ensure spillages and incidents are dealt with swiftly and
efficiently, supported by clinical staff as appropriate.
To
adhere to all relevant COSHH assessments and safety data sheets when preparing,
using and disposing of cleaning chemicals.
For further information, please see job description attached.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Presentable, polite with a friendly manner.
- Caring approach.
- Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of the service.
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Approachable and diplomatic.
- Ability to rectify cleaning standards in a timely manner.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to communicate with service users who may have behavioural issues or sever communication difficulties.
- Ability to plan your own work on a regular basis.
- Able to understand written and spoken instructions.
- Deal with day to day workloads linked to hygiene procedures and be able to follow written cleaning instructions.
- Be able to use heavy equipment on a regular basis.
- Knowledge of COSHH.
- Handle hazardous cleaning chemicals on a regular basis.
- Knowledge of infection control in the cleaning environment or be willing to be trained.
- Ability to use cleaning tools and assemble / dismantle.
Qualifications
Essential
- BICSc qualification or willing to undertake and successfully complete within 12 months or equivalent experience at Level 2.
Desirable
- Good knowledge of Health and Safety.
Training.
Essential
- Experience of working within a customer focused environment.
- Commitment to undertake relevant training commensurate to the job role.
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work on own or in a team on a regular basis without direct supervision.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) (if applicable to work area).
Desirable
- Knowledge of cleaning within a large setting or healthcare establishment.
- Knowledge of the potential of cross contamination within a healthcare setting.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Presentable, polite with a friendly manner.
- Caring approach.
- Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of the service.
- Self-motivated and enthusiastic.
- Approachable and diplomatic.
- Ability to rectify cleaning standards in a timely manner.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to communicate with service users who may have behavioural issues or sever communication difficulties.
- Ability to plan your own work on a regular basis.
- Able to understand written and spoken instructions.
- Deal with day to day workloads linked to hygiene procedures and be able to follow written cleaning instructions.
- Be able to use heavy equipment on a regular basis.
- Knowledge of COSHH.
- Handle hazardous cleaning chemicals on a regular basis.
- Knowledge of infection control in the cleaning environment or be willing to be trained.
- Ability to use cleaning tools and assemble / dismantle.
Qualifications
Essential
- BICSc qualification or willing to undertake and successfully complete within 12 months or equivalent experience at Level 2.
Desirable
- Good knowledge of Health and Safety.
Training.
Essential
- Experience of working within a customer focused environment.
- Commitment to undertake relevant training commensurate to the job role.
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work on own or in a team on a regular basis without direct supervision.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability) (if applicable to work area).
Desirable
- Knowledge of cleaning within a large setting or healthcare establishment.
- Knowledge of the potential of cross contamination within a healthcare 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.
