Job summary
We are seeking to recruit a motivated, enthusiastic individual looking for a housekeeping position within our Estates & Facilities team.
Do you want to work for an ambitious friendly NHS team?
Strive in an environment that offers variety?
Have experience or knowledge of National Standards Cleanliness 2021?
We're looking for a great individual to join our diverse and inclusive team, with opportunities for everyone including personal development career progression opportunities and many employee benefits including enhanced rates, NHS pension scheme, blue light cards with great discounts and benefits and much more!
Salary: NHS AFC: Band 2:
Contract Type: Permanent
Still interested? Check out the job description and submit your application form you could well be shortlisted for interview:
Closing Date - 17/03/25
Shortlisting - 18/03/25
Interview - 14/03/25
Main duties of the job
To provide an effective and efficient cleaning service in line with NHS National Standards Cleanliness 2021.
To provide an effective and efficient food and beverage service in line with Food Safety and Hygiene legislation and Improving the Patient Experience (ItPE) protocols.
To meet the requirements of patients, service users, staff, and visitors to maintain and provide a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
About us
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust's eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it is essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including; but not limited to, visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately, and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To maintain standards in line with National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.
To provide general cleaning within all inpatient areas with inclusion of wards, communal areas, offices, departments, non-clinical areas
To follow National Colour Coding in line with infection prevention and control guidance.
To ensure safe use and storage of materials to meet health and safety regulations and adhere to Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.
To ensure safe use and storage of cleaning equipment e.g. vacuum cleaners, water extraction machines.
To adhere to safe working practices as outlined in Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) procedures.
To assist with the removal of bodily fluids and clean-up process as and when required in accordance with Infection Prevention guidelines
To work to a cleaning schedule, completing all allocated cleaning tasks e.g. damp dusting high- and low-level surfaces, vacuuming, mopping and carpet cleaning. Tasks to be performed in all areas of the ward. Workload to be prioritised, as necessary.
To complete curtain changing as per Infection Prevention guidance
To complete cleanliness audit actions in a timely manner, ensure audits are signed and filed in a logical order.
To maintain appropriate stock levels of cleaning materials.
To support patients/service users to complete personal laundry.
Monitor linen stock and order, as necessary. To transport bagged used linen to designated compound.
To maintain water quality by flushing infrequently used outlets e.g. taps, showers and toilets and ensure appropriate documentation is completed.
To remove general, recycled, and clinical waste and dispose of in the appropriate compound.
To report building / equipment maintenance and repairs to the Facilities Service Desk or line manager.
To carry a personal alarm in designated areas.
To complete time sheet where necessary.
To raise matters of noncompliance with the line manager.
To complete mandatory training as required.
This job description is not meant to be exhaustive. It describes the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It may be subject to change in the light of any developing organisational and service needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To maintain standards in line with National Specifications for Cleanliness in the NHS.
To provide general cleaning within all inpatient areas with inclusion of wards, communal areas, offices, departments, non-clinical areas
To follow National Colour Coding in line with infection prevention and control guidance.
To ensure safe use and storage of materials to meet health and safety regulations and adhere to Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations.
To ensure safe use and storage of cleaning equipment e.g. vacuum cleaners, water extraction machines.
To adhere to safe working practices as outlined in Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) procedures.
To assist with the removal of bodily fluids and clean-up process as and when required in accordance with Infection Prevention guidelines
To work to a cleaning schedule, completing all allocated cleaning tasks e.g. damp dusting high- and low-level surfaces, vacuuming, mopping and carpet cleaning. Tasks to be performed in all areas of the ward. Workload to be prioritised, as necessary.
To complete curtain changing as per Infection Prevention guidance
To complete cleanliness audit actions in a timely manner, ensure audits are signed and filed in a logical order.
To maintain appropriate stock levels of cleaning materials.
To support patients/service users to complete personal laundry.
Monitor linen stock and order, as necessary. To transport bagged used linen to designated compound.
To maintain water quality by flushing infrequently used outlets e.g. taps, showers and toilets and ensure appropriate documentation is completed.
To remove general, recycled, and clinical waste and dispose of in the appropriate compound.
To report building / equipment maintenance and repairs to the Facilities Service Desk or line manager.
To carry a personal alarm in designated areas.
To complete time sheet where necessary.
To raise matters of noncompliance with the line manager.
To complete mandatory training as required.
This job description is not meant to be exhaustive. It describes the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It may be subject to change in the light of any developing organisational and service needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
- Allergen Level 2 Certification (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
Desirable
- NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
- NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of COSHH
- Awareness of cleanliness standards within a healthcare environment
- Understanding of safe working practices
- Understanding of Infection Prevention
- Experience of either food service or cleaning within a healthcare environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a food service environment
- Experience of working in a customer service environment
- Experience of working in a changing and demanding environment
- Experience in following procedures / work schedule
- Experience of using industrial cleaning equipment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
- Allergen Level 2 Certification (or willing to work towards during 6-month probationary period)
Desirable
- NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
- NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Understanding of COSHH
- Awareness of cleanliness standards within a healthcare environment
- Understanding of safe working practices
- Understanding of Infection Prevention
- Experience of either food service or cleaning within a healthcare environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a food service environment
- Experience of working in a customer service environment
- Experience of working in a changing and demanding environment
- Experience in following procedures / work schedule
- Experience of using industrial cleaning equipment
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).
