Domestic Assistant
City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)
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Job summary
This post is 35 Hours Per week
CHoICE full time hours are 40 hours per week
CHoICE Facilities Services are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliable individual to join our team and fulfil the role of Domestic Assistant.
The role of a Domestic Assistant is an exciting opportunity for people who are motivated, flexible, task focused and have excellent communications skills.
If you are ambitious, caring, team player and strive to deliver high standards services, we would like to hear from YOU!
As a Domestic Assistant you would be responsible for maintaining an acceptable standard of cleanliness in the allocated areas using the correct cleaning methods, frequencies, materials and equipment, cleaning to the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness 2021. Cleaning is carried out in wards and departments throughout the organisation.
CHoICE Facilities Services work together;
To deliver nationally recognised high quality, safe, cost effective services for the people, patients and stakeholders.
To attract and retain employees who are proud to recommend our services.
To deliver a wide range of high quality, effective and compliant Facilities Management (FM), Procurement and Pharmacy Services.
CHoICE Facilities Services provide a wide range of services including Domestic Services based over South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust sites.
To join a friendly, organised and positive working environment, apply for the role of Domestic Assistant
Main duties of the job
Domestic Assistant duties include
To carry out all cleaning assigned, making full use of guidance and training given, using checklists provided
Provide a beverage service to patients and visitors as required
Ensure all necessary equipment/machinery is fit for purpose before use and ensure is cleaned and correctly stored after use
Use all materials and consumables in accordance with laid down practices
Collection, segregation and disposal of waste materials, replacement of liners, in accordance with policies
Packing, sorting, delivering and collection of linen
Undertake manual and mechanical cleaning activities in accordance with the cleaning schedule
Ensure that all cleaning schedules are completed and checked on a daily basis
Refilling of all dispensers including soap, hand towels, toilet rolls and all paper rolls
Provide emergency and ad hoc cleaning as required
Cleaning in close proximity to patients including beds, windows, curtain rails, window ledges, tables and lockers
Work safely at all times giving due consideration to themselves and others
Use the appropriate work equipment and PPE provided, reporting any maintenance, safety deficiencies and incidents to a member of the supervisory team
Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested by management
Maintaining cleanliness of entrances, work areas and grounds as necessary
Shift Pattern
Monday to Friday 0730-1600 (35 hours)
About us
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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.
Commitment, Care and Compassion - our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
Date posted
31 May 2023
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£23,881 a year Pro Rata for part time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
M9155-Z-EA-0523-06
Job locations
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
Employer details
Employer name
City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)
Address
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Kayll Road
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
Employer's website
https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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