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: 24th November 2025
Shortlisting Date: Week of 24th November 2025
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
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 provide general cleaning within all in-patient areas with inclusion of wards, communal areas, offices, departments, non-clinical areasTo 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 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 guidelinesTo work to a cleaning schedule, completing all allocated cleaning tasks e.g. damp dusting high- and low-level surfaces. Tasks to be performed in all areas of the ward.Monitor linen stock and order, as necessary. To transport bagged used linen to designated compound.To report building / equipment maintenance and repairs to the Facilities Service Desk or line manager.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.
About us
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value differenceWe Listen - We understand people's views and respond to their individual needsWe Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including:
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus, many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list.
If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
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 Trusts 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 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
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for more details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Applicants should be aware that for any individual who requires a visa to work in the UK, the Trust provides sponsorship for registered healthcare practitioner roles only. This is an essential requirement of the role, and the Trust is unable to offer you a role if you are unable to meet Trust requirements for sponsorship and Home Office requirements for a visa.
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 Trusts 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 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
- NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
Desirable
- 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)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of either food service or cleaning within a healthcare environment
- Understanding the importance of health & safety
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
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of COSHH
- Understanding of National Colour Coding
- Understanding of safe working practices
- Understanding of Infection Prevention
- Ability to prioritise work effectively and deal with non- routine tasks under pressure
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Awareness of food service environment standards
- Basic knowledge of I.T systems e.g. word/ excel/ outlook
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 1 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
- NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning and Support Services or equivalent experience
Desirable
- 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)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of either food service or cleaning within a healthcare environment
- Understanding the importance of health & safety
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
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of COSHH
- Understanding of National Colour Coding
- Understanding of safe working practices
- Understanding of Infection Prevention
- Ability to prioritise work effectively and deal with non- routine tasks under pressure
- Good communication skills
Desirable
- Awareness of food service environment standards
- Basic knowledge of I.T systems e.g. word/ excel/ outlook
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.
