Job summary
Please note that this role is advertised on behalf of Atlas BFW Management Ltd (Atlas), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and as such, successful applicant(s) will be on Atlas Terms and Conditions. For further information about Atlas, please visit: www.bfwml.co.uk
The post holder will be required to carry out general cleaning duties, in clinical and non-clinical areas to the recognised standards across the Atlas portfolio.
The role will be working in community Health Centres, cleaning both clinical and non-clinical areas.
It is essential to hold a current driving licence and have access to a vehicle, as you will be required to travel between sites with the Atlas footprint to deliver the role.
Please be aware that with this role you may require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), further information will be provide if you are successful for interview.
Main duties of the job
The duties and responsibilities are
- Regular vacuuming and occasional shampooing of carpeted areas using carpet cleaning machinery.
- Regular maintenance of hard floors using a buffing machine i.e. spray cleaning, scrubbing and buffing.
- Regular high and low damp dusting including all worktops, ledges, skirting, picture frames, notice boards, radiators, desks and shelving and general fixtures and fittings.
- Daily dusting of all non-clinical electrical equipment, furniture and periodic application of spray polish.
- Daily cleaning of all washbasins, toilets, sluice sinks and sanitary fittings including replenishment of soap and hand towel dispensers and toilet tissue, as necessary.
- Routinely clean all internal glazing i.e. partitions, door glazing and mirrors.
- Daily emptying of clinical and domestic waste containers and litter bins using colour coded bags including removal to storage at approved locations
- Ensuring that premises are secure by locking all doors, activating intruder alarms and reporting any suspicious behavior.
- Acquiring an understanding of departmental guidance notes and following procedures therein.
- Reporting faults to cleaning equipment and damage to furniture, fittings and dcor to the relevant level of seniority.
- Stock control i.e. regular ordering of cleaning materials and equipment, by completion of the relevant forms.
- Using only materials and equipment provided by Atlas BFW Management Ltd and ensuring they are securely locked away when not in use.
About us
We are:
As experts in healthcare facilities and property management, we deliver fully-managed healthcare facilities services and property management solutions to clients throughout Blackpool, Fylde, Wyre and North Lancashire.
Our teams ensure our clients' properties and amenities provide the best environment for their customers, patients, staff and visitors.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we support the Trust's frontline clinical services and assist with the delivery of patient care, through our service provision.
Our profits are used to help grow our business, whilst providing additional employment, training and development opportunities for local people.
Visit: bfwml.co.uk for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities are
- Regular vacuuming and occasional shampooing of carpeted areas using carpet cleaning machinery.
- Regular maintenance of hard floors using a buffing machine i.e. spray cleaning, scrubbing and buffing.
- Regular high and low damp dusting including all worktops, ledges, skirting, picture frames, notice boards, radiators, desks and shelving and general fixtures and fittings.
- Daily dusting of all non-clinical electrical equipment, furniture and periodic application of spray polish.
- Daily cleaning of all washbasins, toilets, sluice sinks and sanitary fittings including replenishment of soap and hand towel dispensers and toilet tissue, as necessary.
- Routinely clean all internal glazing i.e. partitions, door glazing and mirrors.
- Daily emptying of clinical and domestic waste containers and litter bins using colour coded bags including removal to storage at approved locations
- Ensuring that premises are secure by locking all doors, activating intruder alarms and reporting any suspicious behavior.
- Acquiring an understanding of departmental guidance notes and following procedures therein.
- Reporting faults to cleaning equipment and damage to furniture, fittings and dcor to the relevant level of seniority.
- Stock control i.e. regular ordering of cleaning materials and equipment, by completion of the relevant forms.
- Using only materials and equipment provided by Atlas BFW Management Ltd and ensuring they are securely locked away when not in use.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities are
- Regular vacuuming and occasional shampooing of carpeted areas using carpet cleaning machinery.
- Regular maintenance of hard floors using a buffing machine i.e. spray cleaning, scrubbing and buffing.
- Regular high and low damp dusting including all worktops, ledges, skirting, picture frames, notice boards, radiators, desks and shelving and general fixtures and fittings.
- Daily dusting of all non-clinical electrical equipment, furniture and periodic application of spray polish.
- Daily cleaning of all washbasins, toilets, sluice sinks and sanitary fittings including replenishment of soap and hand towel dispensers and toilet tissue, as necessary.
- Routinely clean all internal glazing i.e. partitions, door glazing and mirrors.
- Daily emptying of clinical and domestic waste containers and litter bins using colour coded bags including removal to storage at approved locations
- Ensuring that premises are secure by locking all doors, activating intruder alarms and reporting any suspicious behavior.
- Acquiring an understanding of departmental guidance notes and following procedures therein.
- Reporting faults to cleaning equipment and damage to furniture, fittings and dcor to the relevant level of seniority.
- Stock control i.e. regular ordering of cleaning materials and equipment, by completion of the relevant forms.
- Using only materials and equipment provided by Atlas BFW Management Ltd and ensuring they are securely locked away when not in use.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
Training
Desirable
- Basic Training in Health & Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
Experience
Desirable
Knowledge
Desirable
- Previous experience in floor care and maintenance and use of floor care equipment
Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with colleagues/the general public
- Ability to work alone but also as a team group
- Ability to maintain confidentiality is vital
- Friendly disposition in order to be able to communicate with colleagues, the general public and patients in order to complete daily tasks
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
Training
Desirable
- Basic Training in Health & Safety, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
Experience
Desirable
Knowledge
Desirable
- Previous experience in floor care and maintenance and use of floor care equipment
Qualities
Essential
- Ability to communicate with colleagues/the general public
- Ability to work alone but also as a team group
- Ability to maintain confidentiality is vital
- Friendly disposition in order to be able to communicate with colleagues, the general public and patients in order to complete daily tasks
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).
